quartz crystal

• Forma cristalina del dióxido de silicio (SiO₂), con propiedades piezoeléctricas, empleada en electrónica, relojes y osciladores para medir el tiempo o controlar la frecuencia con precisión.

A crystalline form of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) that is piezoelectric and often used in electronics, watches, and oscillators for precise timekeeping and frequency control.

1. Mineral form of silicon dioxideB2formal

   A hard, crystalline mineral composed of silicon and oxygen atoms, often used in electronics and jewelry.

   Cristal de cuarzo

   • Quartz crystal is commonly used in watches for accurate timekeeping.
   • The geologist found a large quartz crystal in the cave.
   • Many electronic devices rely on quartz crystal oscillators.

2. Piezoelectric materialC1formal

   A type of crystal that generates an electric charge when mechanical stress is applied, used in sensors and oscillators.

   Cristal de cuarzo

   • Quartz crystal oscillators are essential for stable frequency generation.
   • The sensor uses a quartz crystal to detect pressure changes.
   • Engineers tested the quartz crystal's piezoelectric properties.