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Polysilicon

adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Containing many silicon atoms, especially when linked into chains or networks. not-comparable
Noun
  1. 1
    Polycrystalline silicon: A polycrystalline form of silicon used in some solid-state devices, especially solar cells. uncountable

    "Similarly Poly Engineering, an Italian maker of polysilicon—the key ingredient in solar panels—transferred key production knowhow to China's Daqo New Energy in 2008, helping China break the grip on polysilicon supply held by the US, Europe and Japan."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From poly- + silicon.

Etymology 2

From poly- + silicon.

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