Difference between revisions of "Candela"
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Revision as of 07:54, 24 July 2013
Description
A SI measurement unit equal to 1/60 the luminous intensity in a square centimeter around platinum at 2047 degrees Kelvin. Candela replaces the old measurement unit of candle. One candela equals 0.98 candles.
See also lumen.
Synonyms and Related Terms
candle (old unit); candela (Port., Fr.);