Definition of REFLECTANCE

reflectance

Plural: reflectances

Noun

  • the fraction of radiant energy that is reflected from a surface
  • The ratio of the flux reflected to that incident on a surface.

Origin / Etymology

From reflect + -ance.

Synonyms

coefficient of reflection, reflection factor, reflectivity

Scrabble Score: 18

reflectance: valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
reflectance: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
reflectance: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 22

reflectance is a valid Words With Friends word