Excitons

/ˈɛksɪtɑːnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of exciton; multiple bound states of electrons and holes in materials.

Etymology

Standard English plural of 'exciton' formed with '-s'. See 'exciton' for root etymology.

Kelly Says

When physicists bombard a crystal with light, they create many excitons at once—it's like you've excited a crowd of electrons and holes to dance together throughout the material.

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