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microcrystalline

/ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈkrɪs.təl.ɪn/

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adjective

/ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈkrɪs.təl.ɪn/C2formalscientific
  • ruОписывает вещество, состоящее из кристаллов, слишком маленьких, чтобы их можно было увидеть без микроскопа.

Describes a substance that is composed of crystals too small to be seen without a microscope.

  1. Microscopic crystal structureC2formalscientific

    Containing crystals that are so small they can only be seen with the aid of a microscope.

    ruМикрокристаллический

    • The rock has a microcrystalline texture, visible only under high magnification.
    • Microcrystalline cellulose is commonly used as a binder in pharmaceutical tablets.
    • The mineral's microcrystalline structure gives it a smooth, waxy feel.

    Synonymsaphanitic

Forms
  • more microcrystalline comparative form
  • most microcrystalline superlative form