Definition

A device that keeps things very cold, often used in scientific experiments to maintain low temperatures.

Example

The researchers used a cryostat to keep the samples at a constant low temperature during the experiment.

Conversation

I heard you got a new cryostat for your lab.

Yeah, it's been a game changer for my experiments.

That's awesome! How low can it actually go in temperature?

It can reach below -100°C, which is perfect for my research.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cryostat → It is formed from "cryo-" (from Greek "kryos", meaning cold or frost) and "stat" (from Greek "statos", meaning standing or stationary). A cryostat is a device that maintains very low temperatures, thus keeping things cold and stationary.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cold' ('cryo-') and 'standing' ('stat') to remember that a cryostat is a device that keeps things cold and stationary.

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