Definition
microporosities
noun
- Plural of microporosity; the quality or state of having very small pores or tiny spaces within a material or substance.
Usage: technical; materials science; geology
Examples
- The microporosities in the concrete sample were analyzed using electron microscopy.
- These microporosities affect the permeability and strength of the ceramic material.
- Geologists study microporosities in rock formations to understand fluid flow patterns.
- The presence of microporosities can reduce the structural integrity of cast metals.
- Advanced imaging techniques reveal the distribution of microporosities throughout the composite.