structural characterization
[/ˌstrʌk.tʃə.rəl ˌkær.ɪk.tə.rɪ.ˈzeɪ.ʃən/]
nounfemininepl: characterizações estruturais
caracterização estrutural
1. The process of determining and describing the arrangement, composition, and properties of the structural elements of a material, substance, or system
The structural characterization of the new polymer revealed its crystalline nature.
A caracterização estrutural do novo polímero revelou sua natureza cristalina.
2. A comprehensive analysis used in materials science, chemistry, and engineering to identify molecular or atomic organization
Structural characterization techniques include X-ray diffraction and electron microscopy.
As técnicas de caracterização estrutural incluem difração de raios X e microscopia eletrônica.
3. The detailed examination of how components are organized and related within a system or organization
The structural characterization of the company revealed inefficiencies in the organizational hierarchy.
A caracterização estrutural da empresa revelou ineficiências na hierarquia organizacional.
This is a technical term predominantly used in scientific, academic, and industrial contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is essential terminology in materials science, chemistry, engineering, and research institutions. The term is rarely used in everyday Portuguese or English conversation and is specific to professional and educational spheres.
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