microprobe

Questions

What does microprobe mean?

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.

Where does microprobe come from?

From micro- + probe.

How to pronounce microprobe

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