Thermopile vs. Bolometer

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Difference Between Thermopile and Bolometer
Thermopilenoun
An electronic device that converts thermal energy into electrical energy. Usually constructed using a series-combination of thermocouples.
Bolometernoun
(physics) A sensitive device for detecting and measuring the energy of electromagnetic radiation.
Thermopilenoun
a kind of thermometer for measuring heat radiation; consists of several thermocouple junctions in series
Bolometernoun
an instrument that measures heat radiation; extremely sensitive
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