microprobe en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From micro- + probe.
Meanings
- An instrument used to determine the chemical composition at a point on a solid surface, such as that of a mineral. It analyzes the X-rays emitted when a beam of electrons are focused on the sample.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| microprobes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |