capillary
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The current study includes capillary blood samples from 203 people who underwent the finger prick test at one of five memory clinics in Europe.
From Science Daily • Nov. 18, 2024
These capillary mimics are the latest in “organ-on-a-chip” technology.
From Science Magazine • Jun. 5, 2024
This effect is also seen in the microcapillaries of plants, where water transport occurs thanks to a combination of capillary pressure and natural evaporation.
From Science Daily • Mar. 6, 2024
Water can work its way under the door threshold via capillary attraction, wind or even negative slope on the exterior landing, causing water to run toward the room.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 26, 2023
Water rises through the clay to meet it, but cannot proceed further because the sand is too loose for further capillary action.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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