Photronic
adj
adj ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Pertaining to photoelectric cells that generate electromotive force by utilizing the action of light on the contact between two dissimilar metals. not-comparable
"The photoelectric cell and the Weston photronic cells are the ones in most common use. The photronic cell is an oxide cell and produces a small electromotive force which is proportional to the light intensity."
Example
More examples"The photoelectric cell and the Weston photronic cells are the ones in most common use. The photronic cell is an oxide cell and produces a small electromotive force which is proportional to the light intensity."
Etymology
Originally a brand name.
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