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Spectrophotometry

/ˌspɛktroʊfoʊˈtɒmɪtri/noun
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Spectrophotometry is the precise measurement of how substances absorb or transmit light across different wavelengths, providing insights into their chemical composition and concentration. This technique has become essential in modern science for applications like drug development and environmental monitoring, where even tiny variations in light absorption can reveal groundbreaking data about materials.

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Spectrophotometry was pivotal in the 1970s discovery of the 'ozone hole' over Antarctica, allowing researchers to detect chlorofluorocarbon levels in the atmosphere with remarkable accuracy. This technique has since helped monitor over 30 years of global ozone recovery, influencing policies that protect Earth's protective layer.

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