"microplasticity" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: micro- + plasticity Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|micro|plasticity}} micro- + plasticity Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} microplasticity (uncountable)
  1. (physics) 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). Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Physics
    Sense id: en-microplasticity-en-noun-O2mf9QNv Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with micro- Topics: natural-sciences, physical-sciences, physics

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