Vesicular
adjective
Related to or resembling vesicles, which are small fluid-filled sacs in biological cells, or small cavities in rocks.
The vesicular structure of the sponge makes it effective in filtering water.
Usage tips
Neutral
vesicular transport, vesicular eruption, vesicular patterns
adjective
Related to or resembling vesicles, which are small fluid-filled sacs in biological cells, or small cavities in rocks.
The vesicular structure of the sponge makes it effective in filtering water.
Usage tips
Neutral
vesicular transport, vesicular eruption, vesicular patterns
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Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
In scientific writing, use 'vesicular' to describe cellular or geological forms.
The vesicular nature of the rock was evident during the field study.
Pro Tip 2/3Nuanced Meaning
Understanding 'vesicular' in biological contexts often implies a functional aspect, like transport.
The vesicular organelles play a crucial role in cellular metabolism.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural References
In geology, vesicular rocks can indicate volcanic activity.
The vesicular lava flows were a sign of past eruptions.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
In scientific writing, use 'vesicular' to describe cellular or geological forms.
The vesicular nature of the rock was evident during the field study.
Pro Tip 2/3Nuanced Meaning
Understanding 'vesicular' in biological contexts often implies a functional aspect, like transport.
The vesicular organelles play a crucial role in cellular metabolism.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural References
In geology, vesicular rocks can indicate volcanic activity.
The vesicular lava flows were a sign of past eruptions.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
In scientific writing, use 'vesicular' to describe cellular or geological forms.
The vesicular nature of the rock was evident during the field study.
Pro Tip 2/3Nuanced Meaning
Understanding 'vesicular' in biological contexts often implies a functional aspect, like transport.
The vesicular organelles play a crucial role in cellular metabolism.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural References
In geology, vesicular rocks can indicate volcanic activity.
The vesicular lava flows were a sign of past eruptions.
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