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arsenide

American

[ahr-suh-nahyd, -nid] / ˈɑr səˌnaɪd, -nɪd /

noun

Chemistry.

a compound containing two elements of which arsenic is the negative one, as silver arsenide, Ag 3 As.

arsenide British

/ ˈɑːsəˌnaɪd /

noun

a compound in which arsenic is the most electronegative element

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Etymology

Origin of arsenide

1860–65; arsen- + -ide ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Within this layer, photons interact with excitons in the gallium arsenide, forming polaritons that can be observed as they evolve.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

Perovskites are a type of semiconductor, but they behave very differently from traditional materials like silicon and gallium arsenide.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

When electric current flows through the indium gallium arsenide, surface waves form in the lithium niobate layer.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2026

Boron arsenide has the potential to revolutionize electronics and semiconductor technology by providing a material that both dissipates heat effectively and performs as a high-quality semiconductor.

From Science Daily • Nov. 12, 2025

The arsenide of iron will oxidise first, and when this has ceased the surface of the button brightens.

From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius

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