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Term: Quartz Crystal Definition: Synthetic quartz is composed of silicon and oxygen (silicondioxide) and is cultured in autoclaves under high pressure and temperature. Quartz exhibits piezoelectric properties that generate an electrical potential when pressure is applied on the surfaces of the crystal. Conversely, when an electrical potential is applied to the surfaces of a crystal, mechanical deformation of vibration is generated. These vibrations occur at a frequency determined by the crystal design and oscillator circuit. Under proper conditions, quartz is used to stabilize the frequency of an oscillator circuit.
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