photodiode

noun

Meaning

A semiconductor two-terminal component whose electrical characteristics are light-sensitive

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Related words

dynode(English)junction diode(English)diatron(English)diodelaser(English)light-emitting diode(English)photodoping(English)laser diode(English)photodarlington(English)

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