What is another word for actinometer?
Pronunciation: [ˌaktɪnˈɒmɪtə] (IPA) 
An actinometer is a scientific instrument that measures the intensity of radiation, particularly that of solar radiation. There are a variety of synonyms that can be used to refer to this instrument including radiometer, solarimeter, and pyranometer. Each of these words has slightly different connotations, but all refer to instruments that measure radiation levels. A radiometer measures electromagnetic radiation, while a solarimeter specifically measures solar radiation. A pyranometer is a type of actinometer that measures the broadband solar radiation. These synonyms are useful to know when discussing research involving radiation measurement, as they can convey specific information about the type of instrument used.
