What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
spectrometer
Example
The spectrometer was used to measure the absorption spectrum of the sample. [spectrometer: noun]
Example
She analyzed the sample using a mass spectrometer. [spectrometer: noun]
spectroscope
Example
The astronomer used a spectroscope to study the spectrum of the star. [spectroscope: noun]
Example
The chemist identified the compound using a flame test and a spectroscope. [spectroscope: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Spectrometer is more commonly used than spectroscope in scientific research and has a wider range of applications in various fields.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between spectrometer and spectroscope?
Both spectrometer and spectroscope are formal words that are mainly used in scientific contexts.
