radiant energy, Q,
incident from all
upward directions on a small sphere divided by the cross-sectional area of that sphere. SI unit is J m-2.
Notes: - Equivalent definition: Irradiance, E integrated over the time of @I03255@.
- Mathematical definition: H = dQ/dS = ∫(t) E.dt. If Q is constant over the area, H = Q/S. If E is constant over the time interval, H = E.t.
- This term refers to a beam not scattered or reflected by the target or its surroundings. For a beam incident from all directions fluence (Ho, Fo) is an equivalent term.
Source:
PAC, 2007, 79, 293. 'Glossary of terms used in photochemistry, 3rd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2006)' on page 409 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779030293)