5 Questions
What is the prominent characteristic of a crystal, as mentioned in the text?
Fixed structure
Who first observed the intermediate state between solid and liquid, leading to the concept of liquid crystals?
An Austrian botanist
What drives the technology of liquid crystal displays (LCDs)?
Liquid crystals
What happens when a solid is heated, according to the text?
It gives rise to a liquid
What did the Austrian botanist accidentally discover when heating a chemical during an experiment?
An intermediate state between solid and liquid
Learn about the fundamentals of liquid crystals, their importance in display technologies, and their role in driving LCDs. Explore the unique characteristics of liquid crystals and their significance in modern displays.
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