piezoelectricity

pi·e·zo·e·lec·tric·i·ty  (p-z--lk-trs-t, -lk-, p-z-)

n.

The generation of electricity or of electric polarity in dielectric crystals subjected to mechanical stress, or the generation of stress in such crystals subjected to an applied voltage.

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pi·ezo·e·lectric, pi·ezo·e·lectri·cal adj.

pi·ezo·e·lectri·cal·ly adv.

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Noun

1.

piezoelectricity - electricity produced by mechanical pressure on certain crystals (notably quartz or Rochelle salt); alternatively, electrostatic stress produces a change in the linear dimensions of the crystal piezo effect, piezoelectric effect electricity - a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons