liquid crystal

noun — 2 senses

liquid crystal

noun
1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics A phase of matter similar to a liquid, in which the molecules are arranged regularly in one or two dimensions.

2

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics Material in that phase.

Derived terms
liquid crystal display
Related terms
nematic, smectic, discotic, lyotropic

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