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Micron

Verb / ˈmaɪˌkrɑ:n / Another word for micron — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Micron is a unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter, often used to measure the size of particles or the thickness of materials.

Synonyms & similar words

micrometer µm micrometre micrometer nanometer picometer

Example sentences

  1. The thickness of the paper is 100 microns.
  2. The particle size is measured in microns.
  3. The fabric is very thin, only a few microns thick.
  4. The paint layer is applied with a thickness of several microns.
  5. The microscope can magnify objects down to a few microns in size.

Quotes

  • The difference between a micron and a millimeter is like the difference between a grape and the size of the Earth.
  • In science, we often talk about things that are too small to see with our eyes, like cells and atoms. Microns help us measure those tiny things.
  • A micron is so small that if you divide a meter into a million pieces, each piece would be a micron long.

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