polaron
noun
po·lar·on
ˈpō-lə-ˌrän 
: a conducting electron in an ionic crystal together with the induced polarization of the surrounding lattice
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Given that polarons can last for about 11 nanoseconds, the scientists think that acoustic exciton-polarons could cover more than 25 micrometers before scattering.
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IEEE Spectrum, 6 Nov. 2023
IEEE Spectrum, 6 Nov. 2023
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“Polaron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polaron. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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