Axometer

/ækˈsɑm.ə.tər/ noun

Definition

An instrument or device used to measure the properties, direction, or characteristics of an axon or axial structures.

Etymology

From Greek 'axon' (axle/axis) + 'meter' (from Greek 'metron' meaning 'measure'). Scientific instruments are commonly named with '-meter' to indicate measurement tools.

Kelly Says

While 'axometer' isn't a commonly used term, it represents how scientists name tools to describe their function—just like a thermometer measures temperature and a barometer measures pressure, an axometer would measure axis-related properties in cells or structures.

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