Certain crystals produce electric signals on application of pressure. This phenomenon is called
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Pyroelectricity

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Ferroelectricity

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Peizoelectricity

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Ferrielectricity

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Solution

The correct option is C
Peizoelectricity

When polar crystal is subjected to a mechanical stress, electricity is produced
- a case of piezoelectricity. Reversely, if electric field is applied, mechanical
stress is developed. Piezoelectric crystal acts as a mechanical electrical
transductor.

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