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encapsulated [enkaps′yəlā′tid] Etymology: Gk, en + L, capsula, little box (of arteries, muscles, nerves, and other body parts) enclosed in fibrous or membranous sheaths. It refers to organisms that form a protective capsule. See also fascia bulbi, synovial sheath. encapsulated Localized Oncology adjective Confined to a specific area, surrounded by a thin layer of fibrous tissue; encapsulation generally refers to a tumor confined to a specific area, surrounded by a capsule. See Islet
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Upon applying a suitable trigger, like an increase in temperature, the encapsulated chemicals can be released from the microspheres, enabling instantaneous crosslinking. When finished, 14 Styrofoam sections encapsulated in steel-reinforced concrete will cover 27,000 sq. With this technology, electronics are encapsulated in a solid, light-weight, seamless casing of Baydur E polyurethane from Bayer MaterialScience (U. |
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