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photoelectric

/ˌfoʊ.toʊ.ɪˈlek.trɪk/

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adjective

/ˌfoʊ.toʊ.ɪˈlek.trɪk/C2formalscientific
  • ruОтносящийся к испусканию электронов из материала при поглощении им электромагнитного излучения, например света.

Relating to the emission of electrons from a material when it absorbs electromagnetic radiation, such as light.

  1. Relating to photoelectricityC1formalscientific

    Involving or relating to the emission of electrons from a material when it absorbs light or other electromagnetic radiation.

    ruФотоэлектрический

    • The photoelectric effect is a key concept in quantum physics.
    • Photoelectric sensors are used in automatic doors.
    • The device relies on a photoelectric cell to convert light into an electrical signal.

    Synonymsphotoelectricalphotoemissive

Forms
  • more photoelectric comparative form
  • most photoelectric superlative form