Definition

The study of very small structures in organisms, minerals, or soil that can be seen with a microscope.

Example

Researchers used micromorphology to examine the tiny details of the soil's composition.

Conversation

Have you heard about micromorphology?

Yeah, it’s fascinating how it studies tiny structures, right?

Exactly! I find it amazing how much detail we can see through a microscope.

Totally! It really opens up a whole new world of understanding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Micromorphology → It is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "morphology" (from Greek "morphē", meaning form or shape, and "logia", meaning study). The word refers to the study of small forms or structures, particularly in biological contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'small' ('micro-') and 'study of forms' ('morphology') to remember that micromorphology is the study of small structures.

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