thin section
A "thin section" is a crucial tool in microscopy for examining the detailed structure and composition of various materials.
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Definition
C1Microscopy
(technical, academic)A very thin slice of material, such as rock or mineral, prepared to allow light to pass through for microscopic examination.
Example
- The geologist examined the thin section under the microscope to identify the mineral composition.
- Creating a thin section involves cutting and grinding the sample to a precise thickness.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "thin section":
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