Definitions
- Describing a lighthouse or beacon that emits light in a pattern of longer periods of darkness than light. - Referring to a light signal that is intermittently blocked by an object, such as a ship or planet. - Talking about a light source that appears to turn on and off at regular intervals.
- Describing a light signal that turns on and off rapidly and repeatedly. - Referring to a light source that appears to flicker or blink. - Talking about a light that emits a brief burst of brightness.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve light emission.
- 2Both can be used as signals.
- 3Both can be used for navigation.
- 4Both can be seen from a distance.
- 5Both can be used for safety purposes.
What is the difference?
- 1Pattern: Occulting emits light in a pattern of longer periods of darkness than light, while flashing turns on and off rapidly and repeatedly.
- 2Duration: Occulting has longer periods of darkness than light, while flashing emits brief bursts of brightness.
- 3Purpose: Occulting is often used for navigation and safety purposes, while flashing is often used for warning or alerting purposes.
- 4Frequency: Occulting has a longer interval between each light emission, while flashing has a shorter interval between each light emission.
- 5Intensity: Occulting emits a steady and consistent level of brightness, while flashing can vary in intensity.
Remember this!
Occulting and flashing are both terms used to describe light emission. However, the difference between them lies in their pattern, duration, purpose, frequency, and intensity. Occulting emits light in a pattern of longer periods of darkness than light and is often used for navigation and safety purposes. On the other hand, flashing turns on and off rapidly and repeatedly, is often used for warning or alerting purposes, and can vary in intensity.
