deformation
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While R tracks expansion or deformation of the molecule and its fragments, A provides insight into fragmentation, including how large or small the resulting pieces are.
From Science Daily
Now, a study by MIT scientists offers a new picture of glacier flow, based on microscopic deformation in the ice.
From Science Daily
A generated map of soil-bearing properties can help city planners ensure structures are built on stable foundations, minimizing the risk of failure during soil deformation events.
From Science Daily
A change in the crystal structure results in an elastic deformation.
From Science Daily
“If it had a return to a lot of seismicity, like we saw in 2004, with gas release and ground deformation, that would be the kind of scenario that might lead to evacuation.”
From Seattle Times
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