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gallium arsenide
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gallium arsenide

Compound of gallium and arsenic, formula GaAs, used in lasers, photocells, and microwave generators. Its semiconducting properties make it a possible rival to silicon for use in microprocessors. Chips made from gallium arsenide require less electric power and process data faster than those made from silicon.



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