Ultrastructure
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ultrastructure is a noun meaning (biology) The fine, detailed structure of a biological specimen that can only be observed by electron microscopy.
Meaning
(biology) The fine, detailed structure of a biological specimen that can only be observed by electron microscopy.
Example Sentences
The mucus film has a mesh-like ultrastructure that can trap particles as small as 0.1 μm.
Word Forms
- ultrastructures
- ultra-structure
Synonyms for ultrastructure
Depending on context, synonyms include nanostructure.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include structure, fine, ultramicrostructure, microstructure, macrostructure, microarchitecture.
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