Definitions
- Describing a material or substance that has very small pores or openings. - Referring to a membrane or filter that allows only small molecules or particles to pass through. - Talking about a surface or structure that has tiny holes or channels that allow for selective permeability.
- Describing a material or substance that has many small or large pores or openings. - Referring to a surface or structure that allows liquids, gases, or other substances to pass through easily. - Talking about a substance that is absorbent or permeable due to its porous nature.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe materials or substances that have openings or pores.
- 2Both words can be used to describe filters or membranes that allow for selective permeability.
- 3Both words can be used to describe surfaces or structures that allow for the passage of liquids, gases, or other substances.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Microporous refers to very small pores, while porous can refer to small or large pores.
- 2Selective permeability: Microporous implies selective permeability for small molecules or particles, while porous does not necessarily imply selectivity.
- 3Absorbency: Porous implies absorbency due to the ability to allow liquids or gases to pass through, while microporous may or may not have absorbent properties.
- 4Specificity: Microporous is a more specific term than porous, which can be used in a wider range of contexts.
- 5Technicality: Microporous is a more technical term than porous, which is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Microporous and porous are both adjectives used to describe materials or substances that have openings or pores. However, the difference between them lies in the size of the pores, the selectivity of permeability, and the level of technicality. Microporous refers to very small pores that allow for selective permeability of small molecules or particles, while porous can refer to small or large pores that allow for the passage of liquids, gases, or other substances. Microporous is a more technical term that is less commonly used in everyday language, while porous is a more versatile term that can be used in a wider range of contexts.
