estado sólido
solid state
The term 'estado sólido' in Spanish is translated as 'solid state' in English. In the field of physics, 'estado sólido' refers to one of the four fundamental states of matter where particles are closely packed together, resulting in a shape that is resistant to deformation or change unlike other states such as liquid or gas. It also refers to a state in electronics, particularly in semiconductors, where devices operate without moving parts, making them more efficient and hard-wearing.
Example sentences using: estado sólido
El hielo es agua en estado sólido.
Ice is water in a solid state.
This sentence illustrates the use of 'estado sólido' to describe the physical phase of a substance, in this case, water. In English, we can say 'solid state' to refer to the same concept.
El oro, un metal precioso, se encuentra generalmente en estado sólido.
Gold, a precious metal, is generally found in a solid state.
In this example, 'estado sólido' is used to describe the common physical state of gold. Just like in English, Spanish uses the phrase 'estado sólido' to talk about the physical states of matter.
La transformación de un gas a estado sólido se llama condensación.
The transformation of a gas to a solid state is called condensation.
This sentence uses 'estado sólido' to identify one of the changes of state that matter can undergo. It explains the term for when a gas turns into a solid, which is 'condensation' in both Spanish and English.