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What is a microwave?
What is a microwave?
- A small wave used to cook food (correct)
- An instrument used to see small objects
- A small circuit in a computer
- A device for amplifying sound
What is microfilm?
What is microfilm?
Image reduced to small size on film
Define microcosm.
Define microcosm.
A miniature world or universe; a group or system viewed as the model of a larger group or system
What is the purpose of a microscope?
What is the purpose of a microscope?
What does a microphone do?
What does a microphone do?
What is a microchip?
What is a microchip?
The term 'micro' refers to small sizes.
The term 'micro' refers to small sizes.
What does microscopic mean?
What does microscopic mean?
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Vocabulary Related to Micro Root
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Microwave: A small electromagnetic wave used primarily for cooking food, enabling rapid heating and defrosting.
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Microfilm: A film containing images that have been reduced in size, often used for archival storage of documents in a compact format.
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Microcosm: Represents a miniature version of a larger system; often employed to illustrate complex systems with simplified models.
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Microscope: A scientific instrument designed to magnify small objects, allowing detailed examination of structures not visible to the naked eye.
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Microphone: A device that amplifies sound, particularly effective for capturing soft voices in larger spaces, enhancing auditory experiences.
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Microchip: A small integrated circuit found in computers, capable of storing and processing information, essential for modern electronic devices.
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Micro: A prefix indicating something that is very small in scale or size, often used in various scientific and technological contexts.
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Microscopic: Describes objects that are so small they can only be observed with the aid of a microscope, playing a crucial role in fields like biology and material science.
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