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microplasticity

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Etymology

From micro- + plasticity.

Noun

microplasticity (uncountable)

  1. (physics) The property of a solid body whereby it shows plasticity (undergoes permanent change due to stress) in local areas while globally showing elasticity (maintaining the ability to return to its original shape and size).

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