Microcrack
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Microcrack is a noun meaning A microscopic crack.
Meaning
A microscopic crack.
More Meanings
- To cause the formation of microscopic cracks.
Example Sentences
Granitic rocks are microcracked by differential contraction during cooling of the magma.
Word Forms
- microcracks
- micro-crack
- microcracking
- microcracked
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include microdefect, microcrystal, macrocrack, microscratch, microrupture, microfault.
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