Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A very small and weak tremor of the earth, often caused by natural events like wind or ocean waves.

Example: The scientists detected a microseism while monitoring the coastal area for seismic activity.

Definition: Describing very small seismic events that usually do not cause any noticeable damage or disturbance.

Example: The researchers monitored microseismic activity to better understand the geological conditions.

Definition: The condition or occurrence of very small seismic events, often related to natural or human activities, that are not usually felt by people.

Example: Scientists study microseismicity to understand the effects of underground mining on the surrounding area.

Definition: Relating to a small structure within a cell that is involved in various biochemical processes.

Example: The microsomal fraction of the liver cells was analyzed for enzyme activity.

Definition: A tiny structure found in a cell's cytoplasm, made up of parts of the endoplasmic reticulum and often containing ribosomes.

Example: Microsomes play a crucial role in the metabolism of drugs within the liver cells.

Definition: A very small sphere, typically measured in micrometers.

Example: The scientist examined the microsphere under a powerful microscope.

Definition: Describing something that is made up of very small spheres or has the shape of a tiny sphere.

Example: The scientist studied microspherical particles under the microscope.

Definition: A type of spore that is smaller than the other type and develops into a male gametophyte in certain plants.

Example: In some plants, the microspore develops into a male gametophyte, which is essential for reproduction.

Definition: A type of cell that divides through a process called meiosis to create four smaller cells known as microspores.

Example: The microsporocyte in the plant's reproductive system is crucial for producing pollen grains.

Definition: Relating to the small structures within a material that can only be seen with a microscope.

Example: The researchers studied the microstructural properties of the new alloy to understand its strength.