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laminar /lam·i·nar/ (lam´ĭ-nar)
2. laminated. 3. of, pertaining to, or being a streamlined, smooth fluid flow. laminar [lam´ĭ-nar] made up of laminae or layers; pertaining to a lamina. laminar flow hood a device that separates the air flowing through it into layers, cleansing the air of microorganisms. It is used to protect patients with compromised immune systems and is also used in operating rooms and pharmacies to provide a clean environment.
laminar made up of laminae or layers; pertaining to a lamina. laminar bone see laminar bone. laminar cortical necrosis necrosis of the superficial layers of the cerebral cortex. See also polioencephalomalacia. laminar dermis the sensitive laminae in the horse's hoof; interdigitate with the insensitive laminae on the inner aspect of the horn of the hoof. laminar flow the flow of liquid through a tube so that the fluid passes along in concentric layers which slide over each other. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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