condensed-matter physics
[ kuh n-denst-mat-er ]
/ kənˈdɛnstˌmæt ər /
noun
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.
this study applied to crystalline solids, amorphous solids, and liquids.
Also called
solid-state physics.
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British Dictionary definitions for solid-state physics
solid-state physics
noun
(functioning as singular)
the branch of physics concerned with experimental and theoretical investigations of the properties of solids, such as superconductivity, photoconductivity, and ferromagnetism
Scientific definitions for solid-state physics
solid-state physics
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.