| abstract |
Mesomorphic compound of the formula (I): R₁-A-R₂ suitable as a component for a liquid crystal composition providing improved response speed with decreased temperature dependence. n R₁ or R₂ having at least one terminal cyclic group free from a side chain and also the core structure A including at least one group ofn n The above liquid crystal composition is useful as an element of a ferroelectric liquid crystal device and a display apparatus providing a good display characteristics. |