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terahertz

American  
[ter-uh-hurts] / ˈtɛr əˌhɜrts /

noun

  • terahertz,
    plural
  • terahertzes
    plural
  1. one trillion (1012 ) hertz. THz


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Etymology

Origin of terahertz

tera- + hertz

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The system allowed the scientists to explore a previously inaccessible form of light-matter interaction in the terahertz range.

From Science Daily Jul. 31, 2026

In the future, the approach could contribute to ultrafast optical computers, advanced telecommunications, and entirely new terahertz lasers.

From Science Daily Jul. 31, 2026

It collects incoming terahertz radiation and channels it into narrow gaps where the detection process takes place.

From Science Daily May 31, 2026

To observe this, the scientists used ultra-strong terahertz laser pulses to drive one vibration into a circular motion.

From Science Daily May 24, 2026

The discovery, made using intense terahertz laser pulses, gives scientists a new view into the fundamental origins of magnetism and could eventually help researchers better control advanced quantum materials.

From Science Daily May 24, 2026

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