When a source emits light that consists of a wide range of different wavelengths it
A)is called heterochromatic light.
B)is called monochromatic light.
C)cannot be described with a spectral power distribution.

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A source that emits light that consists of a wide range of different wavelengths is referred to as heterochromatic light. Monochromatic light, on the other hand, consists of a single wavelength. A spectral power distribution can be used to describe the intensity of light at each wavelength for a given source.

When a Source Emits Light That Consists of a Wide