aggregate
(rus. агрегат)
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ensemble of particles weakly linked together.
Description
Aggregates can easily fall into the primary (initial) particles under certain external effects (e.g. mechanical). In various areas of science and technology, the term "aggregate" refers to objects differing in structure, size and properties. For example, when describing colloidal systems, powders or porous bodies, it usually refers to microscopic objects, while in soil science or geology the same term describes macroscopic objects.
When sintered or aged, aggregates can form agglomerates, in which the links between the particles are stronger than in the aggregates.
When sintered or aged, aggregates can form agglomerates, in which the links between the particles are stronger than in the aggregates.
Authors
- Smirnov Andrey V.
- Tolkachev Nikolay N.
Sources
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