Materials Science Glossary

noun a negatively charged ion, i.e., one that would be attracted to the anode in electrolysis.

• An anion is a negatively charged ion that is attracted to the anode in electrolysis.
• I learned in chemistry class that an anion is like the 'bad boy' of ions.
• Yo, watch out for that anion, it's trouble.
• Her negative attitude was like an anion, repelling anyone who tried to get close to her.

adjective describing something as having or being covered in blebs or small blisters

adjective A term used to describe something that is clear, transparent, and resembling a crystal in appearance or structure.

• The scientist observed the structure of the crystalline compound under a microscope.
• I love how the sunlight makes the crystalline rocks sparkle.
• That new phone case is so shiny and crystalline!
• Her words were like a crystalline stream, clear and pure in their meaning.

adjective describing a substance that has a tendency to dissolve or melt into liquid by absorbing moisture from the air

• The deliquescent nature of the compound causes it to absorb moisture from the air.
• Make sure to store the deliquescent substance in a dry place.
• I heard that deliquescent stuff can get all gooey if it's not sealed properly.
• Her kindness was like a deliquescent flower, spreading joy wherever she went.

noun the quantity of mass per unit volume

• The density of the material can be calculated by dividing its mass by its volume.
• The city has a high population density, with lots of people living close together.
• I can't believe the density of traffic on the highway today, it's insane!
• The density of information in that book is overwhelming, I need to take it slow and absorb it all.

noun the act of dislocating or the state of being dislocated

• The dislocation of the joint was severe and required immediate medical attention.
• I heard that Sarah's dislocation happened during a game of soccer.
• Dude, did you see that dislocation on the basketball court? It was gnarly.
• The dislocation of the team's star player due to injury really threw off their performance.

adjective easily crumbled or pulverized

• The archaeological site contained friable soil that crumbled easily when touched.
• Be careful with that old book, the pages are friable and can tear easily.
• I accidentally dropped my phone and now the screen is all friable.
• Her emotions were friable, ready to break at any moment.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case 'gaslike' describes something that is similar to or characteristic of gas

• The substance had a gaslike quality, making it difficult to contain in a solid form.
• The smell coming from the kitchen was so gaslike, I had to open a window.
• I can't stand the gaslike odor of that perfume.
• Her laughter was so infectious, it spread through the room like a gaslike substance.

verb to become incandescent; to glow with heat; to become white or glowing with intense heat

• When the filament is heated, it will incandesce and produce light.
• The metal incandesced when it was heated up.
• That firework incandesced beautifully in the night sky.
• His passion for the subject incandesces in his eyes when he talks about it.

adjective not able to be dissolved or solved

• The chemist discovered that the compound was insoluble in water.
• I tried to dissolve the tablet in water, but it turned out to be insoluble.
• That problem is totally insoluble, dude.
• The disagreement between the two parties seemed insoluble at first, but they eventually found a compromise.

noun the act or process of permeating or penetrating something

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• The permeation of water through the soil is crucial for plant growth.
• Water permeates through the soil to help plants grow.
• Water seeps through the soil to nourish the plants.
• The permeation of ideas through society can lead to cultural change.

noun a type of luminescence that occurs in the dark after exposure to light

• The scientists studied the phosphorescence of the deep-sea creatures.
• The glow-in-the-dark effect of those fish is called phosphorescence.
• Check out the cool phosphorescence on those rocks by the beach!
• Her smile had a phosphorescence that lit up the room.

noun the action or process of spreading or dispersing something

adjective related to something that is spread out or dispersed

• The phenomenon of light scattering is extensively studied in physics.
• The scattering of sunlight makes the room feel brighter.
• I tried to hit the target, but my shot ended up scattering all over the place.
• The scattering of leaves in the wind symbolizes the fleeting nature of life.

noun a division or separation

• The scission of the company led to two separate entities being formed.
• The scission of the group caused a lot of drama among the members.
• I heard the scission of the band was due to creative differences.
• The scission of the family left deep emotional scars that took years to heal.

verb to make or become less active, vigorous, intense, etc.; slow down or lessen

• The manager instructed the team to slacken their pace in order to avoid making mistakes.
• Hey, can you slacken a bit on the deadlines? I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed.
• Dude, you need to totally slacken off and chill out for a bit.
• As the tension in the room began to slacken, everyone felt a sense of relief.

noun the act or process of sorbing

• Sorption is the process by which a substance is adsorbed or absorbed onto the surface of another material.
• The sorption of water onto the sponge makes it swell up.
• I can't believe the sorption of gossip in this office!
• Her sorption of knowledge was evident in her insightful analysis.

noun a linear mark or band differing in color or texture from the surface on which it is found

• The geologist observed the striation in the rock formation, indicating the direction of past glacial movement.
• I noticed the striation marks on the wall from where someone dragged their furniture across.
• Check out the cool striation pattern on this piece of wood!
• The striation of emotions on her face told a complex story of inner turmoil.

noun the capacity to be absorbed or soaked up

• The absorbability of the fabric was tested in the lab to determine its effectiveness in soaking up liquids.
• I'm not sure about the absorbability of this sponge, let's see how well it works.
• I heard these new towels have amazing absorbability, they soak up water like a boss!
• His absorbability of new information is impressive, he learns quickly and retains it well.

noun a combination or blending of different elements without restriction or limitation

• The policy of free mixing among employees is encouraged to promote collaboration and innovation.
• There's a lot of free mixing happening at the office party tonight.
• Let's do some free mixing and see where the night takes us.
• In art, free mixing of colors can lead to unique and vibrant creations.

noun a compound in which molecules of one component are physically trapped within the crystal structure of another component

adjective relating to or denoting a compound in which one component is physically trapped within the crystal structure of another component

• The clathrate structure of the gas hydrate makes it stable at high pressures and low temperatures.
• I heard that clathrate deposits are being studied for their potential as a future energy source.
• Check out this cool video explaining clathrate compounds in a fun way!
• Her emotions were like a clathrate cage, trapping her feelings until they burst out unexpectedly.

noun a substance that has been absorbed or taken in by another substance

• The absorbate solution was carefully analyzed in the laboratory.
• I spilled some absorbate on the floor, can you help me clean it up?
• I accidentally got absorbate on my shirt and now it won't come off!
• His mind was like an absorbate, soaking up every detail of the lecture.

noun a substance or material that has the quality of being absorptive

adjective relating to or capable of absorbing or soaking up something

• The absorptive capacity of the sponge allowed it to soak up all the spilled liquid.
• The paper towel is really absorptive, so it's great for cleaning up spills.
• This new fabric is super absorptive - it's like magic how quickly it dries!
• His absorptive mind soaked up all the information presented to him during the lecture.

noun the ability of a material to absorb radiation or sound

adjective absorptive

• The absorptivity of the material determines how much light it can absorb.
• The absorptivity of this fabric is really high, it soaks up spills like a sponge.
• I can't believe the absorptivity of that paper towel, it's like magic!
• Her absorptivity towards new ideas is impressive, she always takes in information like a sponge.

noun a chemical compound consisting of a metal ion coordinated to two acetylacetonate ligands

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• The acetylacetonate ligand is commonly used in coordination chemistry.
• I heard that acetylacetonate is a popular ligand in chemistry experiments.
• Yo, pass me that acetylacetonate stuff for the lab.
• Her leadership style can be compared to the acetylacetonate ligand, coordinating different team members effectively.

noun A compound that is derived from an acid by replacing the hydroxyl group with a halogen atom.

• The synthesis of acid halides involves reacting carboxylic acids with halogenating agents.
• You can make acid halides by mixing carboxylic acids with halogen compounds.
• If you want to whip up some acid halides, just throw together some acids and halogens.
• Creating acid halides is like mixing together puzzle pieces to form a new picture.

noun a chemical compound with a unique carbon framework resembling a cage

• Adamantane is a type of organic compound with a unique molecular structure.
• I heard that adamantane is used in some pharmaceuticals.
• I don't really understand adamantane, it's too complicated for me.
• Her stance on the issue was as unyielding as adamantane.

noun a type of polymerization reaction

• Addition polymerization is a process in which monomers react together to form a polymer without the formation of any byproducts.
• Addition polymerization is like when a bunch of small molecules join together to make a big molecule without any extra stuff left over.
• Addition polymerization is when a bunch of little guys team up to become one big guy with no leftovers.
• Addition polymerization is like a group of friends coming together to create something amazing without any extra baggage.

noun a substance or material that adheres to another material

adjective describing something that adheres to another material

• The adherend must be properly prepared before applying the adhesive.
• Make sure the adherend is clean before sticking it on.
• Hey, don't forget to prep the adherend before using the glue.
• The new policy serves as the adherend, holding the team together in times of change.

noun the state of being attached or joined

• The adhesion of the stickers to the surface was quite strong.
• I couldn't believe how well the tape had adhesion to the wall.
• That glue has some serious adhesion power!
• The adhesion of the team members to the project goals was impressive.

noun a plural form of 'adlayer', which refers to a layer of material applied on top of another material for various purposes

• The adlayers on the website were strategically placed to maximize user engagement.
• I heard they're adding more adlayers to the app to make more money.
• Ugh, these adlayers are so annoying, they pop up everywhere.
• The adlayers of misinformation in the article made it hard to discern the truth.

adjective describing something that is capable of being adsorbed

• The material used in the experiment is highly adsorbable, allowing for efficient removal of contaminants.
• This sponge is super adsorbable - it soaks up spills in no time!
• I heard these new towels are crazy adsorbable - they dry you off in seconds.
• Her mind was like a sponge, adsorbable to new ideas and information.

noun a substance that is adsorbed onto the surface of another substance

• The adsorbate molecules were found to adhere to the surface of the material.
• The adsorbate stuck to the material's surface.
• The adsorbate latched onto the material.
• Like a magnet, the adsorbate was drawn to the material.

verb to adhere or attract molecules or particles to the surface of a solid or liquid material

• The material adsorbs the gas molecules onto its surface.
• This sponge adsorbs all the excess water in no time.
• That new air freshener really adsorbs all the bad smells in my car.
• She adsorbs all the negativity around her and turns it into positivity.

adjective describing something that contains both air and water

• The aerohydrous system in the aircraft helps regulate the humidity levels during flights.
• I heard they installed an aerohydrous system in the new plane for better comfort.
• The aerohydrous setup in the plane is pretty cool, keeps the air nice and fresh.
• Her mind was like an aerohydrous machine, constantly adjusting to different environments.

noun aeroshells

• Aeroshells are designed to protect spacecraft during atmospheric entry.
• The aeroshells on that rocket look really cool.
• Check out the sleek aeroshells on that spaceship!
• Her tough exterior acted like aeroshells, shielding her from emotional harm.