meniscus (Meaning)
meniscus (n)
(anatomy) a disk of cartilage that serves as a cushion between the ends of bones that meet at a joint
(optics) a lens that is concave on one side and convex on the other
(physics) the curved upper surface of a nonturbulent liquid in a vertical tube
meniscus (n.)
A crescent.
A lens convex on one side and concave on the other.
An interarticular synovial cartilage or membrane; esp., one of the intervertebral synovial disks in some parts of the vertebral column of birds.
Synonyms & Antonyms of meniscus
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meniscus Sentence Examples
- The clear liquid formed a concave meniscus due to its adhesive forces.
- The mercury in the barometer formed a convex meniscus, indicating a rise in atmospheric pressure.
- The meniscus at the top of the graduated cylinder was meniscus slightly curved, providing a more accurate reading.
- The coffee in the cup had a curved meniscus, indicating the presence of surface tension.
- The meniscus of the liquid in the capillary tube was concave, confirming the liquid's wetting properties.
- The meniscus in the burette was used to determine the exact volume of liquid dispensed.
- The liquid's meniscus was examined under a microscope to study its surface characteristics.
- The meniscus formed by the water in the pipette was used to calibrate the pipette accurately.
- The meniscus of the oil in the tank was monitored to detect potential leaks or spills.
- The concave meniscus of the water in the test tube indicated the water's high cohesive forces.
FAQs About the word meniscus
(anatomy) a disk of cartilage that serves as a cushion between the ends of bones that meet at a joint, (optics) a lens that is concave on one side and convex on
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The clear liquid formed a concave meniscus due to its adhesive forces.
The mercury in the barometer formed a convex meniscus, indicating a rise in atmospheric pressure.
The meniscus at the top of the graduated cylinder was meniscus slightly curved, providing a more accurate reading.
The coffee in the cup had a curved meniscus, indicating the presence of surface tension.
