microprobes

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A form of microprobe — 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.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of microprobe
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