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potentiometric surface
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recurrence surface
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erosion surface
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surface wind
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adsorption
adsorption adhesion of the molecules of liquids, gases, and dissolved substances to the surfaces of solids, as opposed to absorption , in which the molecules actually enter the absorbing medium (see adhesion and cohesion ). Certain solids have the power to adsorb great quantities of gases.... Read more |
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cloisonne
cloisonné , method of enamel decoration of metal surfaces, such as vases and jewel boxes. Metal filaments (which form the cloisons or separating elements) are attached at right angles to the surface outlining the design to be used. These miniature compartments are filled with colored enamel... Read more |
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sandblast
sandblast stream of sand or other abrasive particles driven by a jet of compressed air or water or by centrifugal force against a surface to clean or abrade it. When centrifugal force is used, the abrasives are whirled in a rapidly rotating device before being directed against the surface.... Read more |
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escape velocity
escape velocity the velocity a body must be given in order to escape the gravitational hold of some other larger body, e.g., the earth, moon, or sun. A body given less than the escape velocity will fall back toward the surface of the larger body; a body given a velocity equal to or greater than the... Read more |
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taste bud
taste bud A small sense organ in most vertebrates, specialized for the detection of taste. In terrestrial animals taste buds are concentrated on the upper surface of the tongue. They contain gustatory receptors, which are sensitive to four types of taste: sweet, salt, bitter, or sour. The taste bud... Read more |
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friction
friction resistance offered to the movement of one body past another body with which it is in contact. In certain situations friction is desired. Without friction the wheels of a locomotive could not "grip" the rails nor could power be transmitted by belts. On the other hand, in the moving... Read more |
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