| abstract |
Provided is a liquid-crystal composition which comprises one or more compounds represented by general formula (I) and one or more compounds represented by general formula (II). The compounds represented by general formula (I) are compounds each having a structure having a hydroxy group therein. Due to the inclusion of one or more compounds represented by general formula (I) and one or more compounds represented by general formula (II), this liquid-crystal composition can have enhanced dielectric anisotropy and a low viscosity. The use of said liquid-crystal composition makes it possible to provide a liquid-crystal display element which has high contrast, high-speed responsiveness, high light resistance, and excellent display quality with freedom from image sticking and display failures. Said liquid-crystal composition is extremely practical as a liquid-crystal composition for liquid-crystal displays and is effective in attaining high contrast, high-speed responsiveness, and high quality reliability. |