Microprobe
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Microprobe is a noun meaning (chemistry) 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.
Meaning
(chemistry) 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.
Word Forms
- microprobes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include milliprobe, microanalysis, microanalyzer, nanoprobe, profilometry, microprocedure.
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