solid-state physics

noun

1. functioning as singular the branch of physics concerned with experimental and theoretical investigations of the properties of solids, such as superconductivity, photoconductivity, and ferromagnetism

solid-state physics

1. The branch of condensed matter physics that specializes in the study of solids, especially in the electric and magnetic properties of solid crystalline materials, such as semiconductors.

Example Sentences

Fenwick wanted help that would put Clearwater College on its feet through a research contract in solid state physics.

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I don't mean just in solid-state physics, but in science as a whole.

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