beryllium oxide

Noun

Meaning

beryllium oxide (uncountable)

(inorganic chemistry) A white, crystalline compound, BeO, used in semiconductors and in specialist ceramic applications.

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Synonyms

glucina beryllia

Examples

Beryllium oxide is frequently used as an insulator base plate in high-power transistors in radio frequency transmitters for telecommunications. Source: Internet

Beryllium oxide is useful for many applications that require the combined properties of an electrical insulator and an excellent heat conductor, with high strength and hardness, and a very high melting point. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

beryllium iodide beryllium nitrate beryllium nitride beryllium polonide beryllium sodalite beryllium sulfate