Asked by Jackson Mathias on Sep 26, 2024
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Piezoelectricity refers to electricity produced by some materials when they are subjected to _____.
A) sunlight
B) pressure
C) heat
D) high temperatures
Piezoelectricity
The production of electricity by applying pressure to a crystal.
Pressure
The force applied perpendicular to the surface of an object per unit area over which that force is distributed.
- Comprehend the core concepts behind unique methods of generating electricity such as thermocouples, piezoelectric effects, and photovoltaic cells.
Verified Answer
EF
Emmanuel Feliuabout 19 hours ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Piezoelectricity is the electric charge that accumulates in certain solid materials (such as crystals, certain ceramics, and biological matter like bone, DNA and various proteins) in response to applied mechanical stress.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the core concepts behind unique methods of generating electricity such as thermocouples, piezoelectric effects, and photovoltaic cells.