Zinc Oxide (ZnO)

Zinc oxide (ZnO) is a widely used piezoelectric material that exhibits the ability to generate an electric charge in response to mechanical stress and vice versa. It is a binary compound composed of zinc and oxygen atoms and is known for its wide bandgap, high thermal stability, and good optical properties.

In terms of piezoelectric properties, ZnO has a relatively high piezoelectric coefficient, making it a popular choice for a variety of applications, including sensors, transducers, actuators, and energy harvesting devices. Its piezoelectric properties make it useful for converting mechanical energy into electrical energy, which is useful in applications such as pressure sensors and accelerometers.

ZnO is also a nontoxic and environmentally friendly material, which makes it a more desirable choice for applications where toxicity is a concern, as compared to other piezoelectric materials such as lead-based materials.

In addition to its piezoelectric properties, ZnO is also a promising material for other applications such as optoelectronics, photovoltaics, and catalysis, due to its unique optical and electronic properties. As a result, it has become a popular material in various fields of research, and there is ongoing effort to optimize its properties for various applications.

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