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1. A device for measuring the penetrating power of radiation, especially x-rays.

2. A device for measuring the penetrability of semisolids.

penetrometer [ˌpɛnɪˈtrɒmɪtə]

(Physics / General Physics) Physics an instrument used to measure the penetrating power of radiation, such as X-rays

penetrometer (p

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1. A device for measuring the penetrating power of electromagnetic radiation, especially x-rays.

2. A device for measuring the denseness, compaction, or penetrability of a substance, such as soil, agricultural produce, or semisolid petroleum products. A penetrometer typically measures the resistance of the substance to penetration to a given depth by a weight-driven cone or needle of a given shape.

penetrometer

an instrument for measuring the degree of penetrability of a solid.

See also: Instruments

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