microplasticity

Questions

What does microplasticity mean?

The property of a solid body whereby it shows plasticity (undergoes permanent change due to stress) in local areas while globally showing elasticity (maintaining the ability to return to its original shape and size).

Where does microplasticity come from?

From micro- + plasticity.

How to pronounce microplasticity

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