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thermoelectric
[ thur-moh-i-lek-trik ]
adjective
- of, relating to, or involving the direct relationship between heat and electricity.
thermoelectric
/ ˌθɜːməʊɪˈlɛktrɪk; ˌθɜːməʊɪˈlɛktrɪkəl /
adjective
- of, relating to, used in, or operated by the generation of an electromotive force by the Seebeck effect or the Thomson effect
a thermoelectric thermometer
- of, relating to, used in, or operated by the production or absorption of heat by the Peltier effect
a thermoelectric cooler
thermoelectric
/ thûr′mō-ĭ-lĕk′trĭk /
- Relating to electric potential or power produced by heat, or to heat produced by electric energy. The thermoelectric energy of a nuclear power plant is produced by the heat generated from nuclear fission. The thermoelectric properties of materials such as selenium and semiconductors are exploited in devices such as thermistors and thermocouples used in temperature gauges.
- See also Seebeck effect
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Derived Forms
- ˌthermoeˈlectrically, adverb
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Other Words From
- thermo·e·lectri·cal·ly adverb
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Word History and Origins
Origin of thermoelectric1
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Example Sentences
Compared with compressor wine coolers, thermoelectric models are quieter and more environmentally friendly.
At 20 inches by 18 inches by 29 inches, this thermoelectric wine cooler features seven removable racks, which can each support up to 137 pounds.
By drawing in and dispersing warm air, a thermoelectric style ensures your wine stays at the perfect temperature and features slates and shelves specifically made to fit bottles.
In the ice is a thermoelectric junction, the wires leading to which are in communication with a reflecting galvanometer.
Such combinations are called thermoelectric piles, or simply thermopiles.
Thomson had, however, previous to the publication of this paper, applied thermodynamic theory to thermoelectric phenomena.
The refraction of invisible heat was ascertained in consequence of the invention of the thermoelectric pile.
Low-calorie lignite remains the major fuel base for thermoelectric power stations.
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