How Do You Spell NEGATIVE MENISCUS?

Pronunciation: [nˈɛɡətˌɪv mˈɛnɪskəs] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "negative meniscus" can be confusing due to the unique combination of the letters and sounds used. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is pronounced as /nɛɡətɪv mɛnɪskəs/. The "g" in "negative" sounds like a "j" and the second "i" in "meniscus" is pronounced like a "e". Overall, this specialized term is used in optics to describe a type of lens shape that is thicker at the edges than in the center.

NEGATIVE MENISCUS Meaning and Definition

1. Negative meniscus refers to a concave-shaped curve or appearance formed by the surface of a liquid contained within a cylindrical or tubular container. Specifically, it describes the phenomenon where the liquid forms a downward curved shape, or a depression, towards the walls of the container. This effect is typically observed when the liquid exhibits a higher adhesive force to the container walls than it does to itself (cohesion).

   The negative meniscus is usually seen in containers with narrow diameters, such as test tubes or capillary tubes, and the degree of the curve depends on the intermolecular forces between the liquid and the container material. The surface tension of the liquid causes it to adhere to the container, forming a concave upward or downward shape. In the case of a negative meniscus, the liquid creeps up the walls of the container, resulting in a dip or a depression in the middle, unlike a positive meniscus that bulges upwards in the middle.

   The negative meniscus phenomenon has various applications, including in laboratory settings for precise measurements, as it allows for more accurate volume readings. It also has implications in the field of optics, where it can affect the behavior of light passing through the meniscus, leading to distortions in certain experiments or optical devices. The study and understanding of the negative meniscus are crucial in fields such as chemistry, biology, and physics to ensure accurate measurements and interpretations of experimental results.

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   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for NEGATIVE MENISCUS

• begative meniscus
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Etymology of NEGATIVE MENISCUS

The word "negative" in "negative meniscus" refers to the shape or curvature of the lens. In optics, a meniscus lens is a lens with a convex surface on one side and a concave surface on the other. The term "meniscus" comes from the Latin word "meniscus", which means "crescent" or "little moon". The curved shape of the lens resembles the crescent shape of the moon. The term "negative" indicates that the concave surface of the lens is facing outward or toward the side where the light is coming from. So, "negative meniscus" describes a lens with a curved surface that is concave on the exterior side.