magnesium light
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of magnesium light
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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This effect, so admirably complete, too, as it is, and perfect in its way, probably results from the extraordinary intensity of the light, apart from its useful photographic property; for side by side with the magnesium light the wax candle flame looked not much brighter than the red granite of the walls of the room.
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The dazzling magnesium light enables us all to verify the reality of the phenomenon.
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These photographs, taken rapidly by magnesium light, are not perfect, but they are records.
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It was taken instantaneously by a flash of magnesium light.
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Three pieces of photographic apparatus were working together in different parts of the room, and the illumination was furnished by a magnesium light at the opportune moment.
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