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Definition of Piezoelectricity
1. Noun. Electricity produced by mechanical pressure on certain crystals (notably quartz or Rochelle salt); alternatively, electrostatic stress produces a change in the linear dimensions of the crystal.
Exact synonyms: Piezo Effect, Piezoelectric Effect
Generic synonyms: Electricity
Derivative terms: Piezoelectric
Generic synonyms: Electricity
Derivative terms: Piezoelectric
Medical Definition of Piezoelectricity
1. Electric currents generated by pressure upon certain crystals, e.g., quartz, mica, calcite. Origin: G. Piezo, to press, squeeze, + electricity (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Piezoelectricity
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