Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Relating to or filled with harmful vapors or pollutants that can cause illness.

Example: The miasmic air in the abandoned building made it unsafe to enter.

Definition: Relating to or containing a mineral called mica, which is known for its shiny, layered appearance.

Example: The artist used micaceous paint to give the artwork a sparkling effect.

Definition: A tiny structure made up of a group of molecules that can form in liquids, often seen in solutions where they help to mix substances that usually don't mix well.

Example: In the lab, we observed how the micelles formed when the detergent was added to the oily water.

Definition: A unit of electric current that is equal to one millionth of an ampere.

Example: The circuit requires a current of 5 microamperes to function properly.

Definition: The study and examination of very small amounts of substances, often using specialized tools to identify their chemical properties.

Example: The researchers conducted a microanalysis to determine the composition of the tiny sample.

Definition: Relating to the detailed examination of small or minute components, often used in scientific or analytical contexts.

Example: The researchers conducted a microanalytic study to understand the behavior of individual cells.

Definition: Relating to the detailed examination or analysis of very small things or components.

Example: The scientist used a microanalytical approach to study the structure of the cells.

Definition: Related to the study of the small structures within biological tissues.

Example: The researcher focused on the microanatomical features of the cells under the microscope.

Definition: The study of the small structures of tissues and organs in living organisms, often using a microscope.

Example: Microanatomy is essential for understanding how cells and tissues function in the body.

Definition: A tool that has a grid of tiny spots containing biological materials, often used in scientific tests to analyze genes or proteins.

Example: The researchers used a microarray to study the expression of thousands of genes at once.