Meaning of piezoelectricity in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /piˌeɪzoʊˌəlɛkˈtrɪsədi/

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  1. Noun

    piezoelectricity

    Etymology

    late 19th century: from Greek piezein‘press, squeeze’+ electricity

    Definitions

    1. electricity produced by mechanical pressure on certain crystals (notably quartz or Rochelle salt)

    Examples

    • « alternatively, electrostatic stress produces a change in the linear dimensions of the crystal »

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