ScienceAugust 30, 2026
thermochromic
thur-mo-KRO-mik
Definition
Refers to materials that change color in response to changes in temperature.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'thermos' meaning heat and 'chroma' meaning color, combined with the suffix '-ic' to form an adjective.
In the news
The article mentions thermochromic formulations as a potential solution for cooling paints, allowing them to provide high solar reflection on hot days while potentially adjusting their properties when the weather turns colder.
Passive radiative cooling paints bridge materials design and real-world performance
Read the full article ↗Bioengineer.org