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Topic: Inventions

microporosity

IPA: /ˌmaɪkrəˈpɔːrəsɪti/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈpɔrəsɪti/

noun

Definition: The condition of having very small pores or tiny openings, often found in materials like rocks or membranes.

Example: The microporosity of the material allows it to filter out tiny particles effectively.

microporous

IPA: /ˌmaɪkrəˈpɔːrəs/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈpɔrəs/

adjective

Definition: This term describes a material that contains very tiny holes or spaces, specifically those that are smaller than 2 nanometers in size.

Example: The new filter is made from a microporous material that effectively removes impurities from water.

microprobe

IPA: /ˈmaɪkroʊproʊb/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊproʊb/

noun

Definition: A tool used to analyze the chemical makeup of a small area on a solid surface by examining the X-rays produced when electrons hit the sample.

Example: The scientist used a microprobe to study the mineral's composition in detail.

microprocessor

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈprɒs.ɛs.ər/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈprɔsɛsər/

noun

Definition: A small electronic device that acts as the brain of a computer, processing instructions and managing tasks.

Example: The new computer is much faster because it has a more powerful microprocessor.

microprojection

IPA: /ˌmaɪkroʊprəˈdʒɛkʃən/

KK: /maɪkroʊprəˈdʒɛkʃən/

noun

Definition: The technique of showing very small images on a larger screen using special equipment that magnifies them.

Example: The scientist used microprojection to display the tiny details of the cells on a big screen.

microprojector

IPA: /ˌmaɪkroʊprəˈdʒɛktər/

KK: /maɪkroʊprəˈdʒɛktər/

noun

Definition: A small device that projects images or videos onto a surface, often portable and easy to carry.

Example: He used a microprojector to display his presentation on the wall during the meeting.

micropulsation

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈpʌl.seɪ.ʃən/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈpʌlseɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A very small change in the strength of a magnetic field or a short period of pulsation.

Example: The scientists measured the micropulsation of the Earth's magnetic field during the experiment.

micropylar

IPA: //maɪˈkrɪpələr//

KK: /maɪˈkrɪpɪlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to small openings, especially in the context of biology where it refers to the tiny openings in the outer layer of an egg or seed.

Example: The micropylar region of the seed allows for the entry of pollen during fertilization.

microradiograph

IPA: /ˌmaɪkroʊˈreɪdiəˌgræf/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈreɪdiəˌgræf/

noun

Definition: A large x-ray image that shows very small details, often used in scientific studies.

Example: The scientist examined the microradiograph to analyze the tiny structures in the sample.

microsatellite

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈsæt.ɪ.laɪt/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌsætəˌlaɪt/

noun

Definition: A very small satellite or a short segment of DNA that has repeating units of a few base pairs and varies among individuals.

Example: Researchers studied the microsatellites in the DNA to understand genetic diversity.

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