thermoelectric

/ˌθɜrmoʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to the direct conversion of temperature differences into electric voltage, or vice versa.
    • Scientists are developing new thermoelectric materials for portable coolers.
    • Thermoelectric devices can generate electricity from waste heat.
    • The spacecraft uses a thermoelectric generator powered by radioactive decay.
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