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photoconductivity

/ˌfəʊ.təʊˌkɒn.dʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

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noun

/ˌfəʊ.təʊˌkɒn.dʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее изменение электрической проводимости вещества в результате поглощения электромагнитного излучения.

A noun referring to the change in the electrical conductivity of a substance as a result of absorbing electromagnetic radiation.

uncountable

  1. Change in electrical conductivity due to lightC2formalscientific

    The increase in electrical conductivity of a material when it absorbs electromagnetic radiation, such as visible light, ultraviolet light, or infrared light.

    ruИзменение электропроводности под действием света

    • Photoconductivity is a key principle used in photocopiers and laser printers.
    • The scientist measured the photoconductivity of the semiconductor after exposing it to a laser.
    • Materials with high photoconductivity are essential for making efficient light sensors.

    Synonymsphotoconduction

Forms
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  • photoconductivities' possessive plural form
  • photoconductivity's possessive singular form