PZT-based compounds
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PZT-based compounds (Pb[ZrxTi1-x]O3 0<x<1, also lead zirconium titanate) are ceramic perovskite materials that develop a piezoelectric effect, a voltage difference across two of its facets when highly compressed.
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[edit] Composition
PZT-based compounds are composed of the chemical elements lead and zirconium and the chemical compound titanate which are combined under extremely high temperatures. A mechanical filter is then used to filter out the particulates.
[edit] Use
PZT-based compounds are primarily used in the manufacturing of ultrasound transducers. A secondary use is in the manufacturing of ceramic capacitors and chips.
