photoconductive

adjective

pho·​to·​con·​duc·​tive ˌfō-tō-kən-ˈdək-tiv How to pronounce photoconductive (audio)
: having, involving, or operating by photoconductivity

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The underlying mechanics involve a slab waveguide composed of a silicon nitride core, a photoconductive silicon-rich nitride layer, and an indium tin oxide electrode. The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025 Previously, evanescent waves have been detected by placing a photoconductive probe right next to the object being imaged, which can distort the results. IEEE Spectrum, 31 Oct. 2023

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1929, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of photoconductive was in 1929

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“Photoconductive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/photoconductive. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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photoconductive

adjective
pho·​to·​con·​duc·​tive -kən-ˈdək-tiv How to pronounce photoconductive (audio)
: having, involving, or operating by photoconductivity
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