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Record 1 2021-11-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • General Scientific and Technical Vocabulary
CONT

"Functional materials" are defined as those materials that perform specific functions, other than possessing a load bearing capacity. Examples include semiconductors, magnetic materials, piezoelectrics and ionic conductors.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Vocabulaire technique et scientifique général
DEF

Matériau caractérisé par une capacité particulière, par exemple celle de conduire le courant électrique.

CONT

Les fonctions de ces matériaux sont inscrites dans la matière et dans la forme, et chaque partie d'un objet peut avoir ses fonctions propres. Une simple batterie rechargeable contient au moins une douzaine de matériaux fonctionnels qui tous participent à sa performance.

Spanish

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