adjective
- having very small pores or openings
Usage: technical; materials science
Examples
- The microsporous membrane allows only small molecules to pass through.
- Scientists developed a microsporous material for water filtration.
- The microsporous structure of the catalyst increases its surface area.
- Microsporous ceramics are used in advanced filtration systems.
- The microsporous coating prevents large particles from entering.
- Researchers studied the microsporous properties of the new polymer.