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Crystal Detector.
Crystal Detector - as a noun
A detector consisting of a fine wire in contact with a galena crystal; acts as a rectifier
Example Sentences
"The crystal detector is used in radio receivers to detect and convert radio frequency signals into audio signals."
"He built a homemade crystal detector to listen to amateur radio signals."
"The crystal detector needs to be carefully adjusted to ensure accurate signal reception."
"I am looking for a replacement crystal detector for my vintage radio."
"The crystal detector allowed for the reception of wireless telegraphy signals."