condensed-matter physics

[ kuhn-denst-mat-er ]

noun

1. the branch of physics that deals with the macroscopic physical properties of matter, especially solids; the study of the electromagnetic, structural, and thermodynamic properties of solids.
2. this study applied to crystalline solids, amorphous solids, and liquids.

condensed matter physics

/ kən-dĕnst′ /

1. The scientific study of the properties of solids, liquids, and other forms of matter in which atoms or particles adhere to each other or are otherwise highly concentrated. Solid-state physics is a branch of condensed matter physics.
2. See also state of matter