microstructure

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"Bone microstructure tells us that at least one individual was an adult… with a metabolic regime approaching that of small mammals or birds. Knowledge of growth and development is essential if we want to compare the anatomy of Foskeia with other species. Young individuals are prone to changes in anatomical features as they grow."

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Aluminum's strength depends heavily on its microstructure, particularly the size and density of tiny internal features called "precipitates."

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"To show that hyoid microstructure would work to test maturity status in Nanotyrannus, we first had to compile strong support for this method across many groups of living reptiles and extinct dinosaurs," said Dr. Griffin.

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Nonetheless, they warn that these “rotations can work for brief periods, but unless there is a structural shift in the economy, the microstructure of the equity market almost ensures such rotations will be short-lived.”

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The eggshell microstructure indicates that these crocodiles likely nested along the edges of a lake and adjusted their reproductive strategies as conditions shifted over time.

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