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solid-state physics

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  1. solid-state physicsnoun

    the branch of physics that studies the properties of materials in the solid state: electrical conduction in crystals of semiconductors and metals; superconductivity; photoconductivity

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  1. solid-state physics

    Solid-state physics is a branch of physics that studies the properties, behaviors, structures, and characteristics of rigid matter, or solids, particularly those on atomic or molecular scale such as crystals. This includes studying properties such as magnetism, electrical conductivity, elasticity, and optical properties. It forms the theoretical basis of materials science and condensed matter physics and has significant applications in the development of various technologies including semiconductors, magnets, and lasers.

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  1. Solid-state physics

    Solid-state physics is the study of rigid matter, or solids, through methods such as quantum mechanics, crystallography, electromagnetism, and metallurgy. It is the largest branch of condensed matter physics. Solid-state physics studies how the large-scale properties of solid materials result from their atomic-scale properties. Thus, solid-state physics forms the theoretical basis of materials science. It also has direct applications, for example in the technology of transistors and semiconductors.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of solid-state physics in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of solid-state physics in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

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