| scintillation | the twinkling of the stars caused when changes in the density of the earth's atmosphere produce uneven refraction of starlight |
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| scintillation | the quality of glittering or sparkling brightly |
| scintillation | a brilliant display of wit |
| scintillation | a rapid change in brightness |
| scintillation | (physics) a flash of light that is produced in a phosphor when it absorbs a photon or ionizing particle |
| scintillation | counter tube in which light flashes when exposed to ionizing radiation |