strainmeter

strainmeter
A scientific instrument used by geophysicists to measure the deformation of the Earth.

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  • Strainmeter — A strainmeter is an instrument used by geophysicists to measure the deformation of the Earth.Linear strainmeters measure the changes in the distance between two points,using either a solid piece of material (over a short distance)or a laser… …   Wikipedia

  • strainmeter — strain·me·ter …   English syllables

  • strainmeter — ˈstrānˌmēd.ə(r) noun Etymology: strain (I) + meter : a mechanical, electrical, or optical instrument for measuring deformation of a body or a change in length under stress …   Useful english dictionary

  • Hekla — Höhe 1.491 m …   Deutsch Wikipedia

  • strain gauge — Geol. a type of extensometer designed for geophysical use. Also called strainmeter /strayn mee teuhr/, strainometer /stray nom i teuhr/. [1905 10] * * * Device for measuring the changes in distances between points in solid bodies that occur when… …   Universalium

  • Earth Sciences — ▪ 2009 Introduction Geology and Geochemistry       The theme of the 33rd International Geological Congress, which was held in Norway in August 2008, was “Earth System Science: Foundation for Sustainable Development.” It was attended by nearly… …   Universalium

  • strain gauge — noun a gauge for measuring strain in a surface • Syn: ↑strain gage • Hypernyms: ↑gauge, ↑gage * * * Geol. a type of extensometer designed for geophysical use. Also called strainmeter /strayn mee teuhr/, strainometer /stray no …   Useful english dictionary

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