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33 Fluorescence and fluorescent dyes

  • Heinz Langhals
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Abstract

The handling and control of light is becoming more andmore attractive in science and technology such as data processing and requires functional chromophores. As a consequence, fluorescent materials are of special importance because they allow the processing of light energy. Thus, basics of fluorescence are reported as prerequisites for planning complex functional structures. Various fluorescent systems are presented beginning with historic observations followed by a detailed discussion of light absorption and emission indicating fluorescent chromophores as molecular resonators; molecular dynamics and intermolecular interactions are leading to complex functional materials.

Abstract

The handling and control of light is becoming more andmore attractive in science and technology such as data processing and requires functional chromophores. As a consequence, fluorescent materials are of special importance because they allow the processing of light energy. Thus, basics of fluorescence are reported as prerequisites for planning complex functional structures. Various fluorescent systems are presented beginning with historic observations followed by a detailed discussion of light absorption and emission indicating fluorescent chromophores as molecular resonators; molecular dynamics and intermolecular interactions are leading to complex functional materials.

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