minipiezometer
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌmɪni.paɪ.əˈzɒm.ɪ.tər/
Definition
A small device used to measure pore water pressure in soil or rock.
Examples
The researchers installed a minipiezometer to monitor groundwater levels during the construction project.
Data from the minipiezometer indicated a significant increase in pore pressure after heavy rainfall.
Calibration of the minipiezometer is crucial for obtaining accurate readings of soil water tension.
How to Use minipiezometer
- minipiezometer in soil (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the location where the device is placed. — "The minipiezometer was inserted deep in the soil to measure subsurface pressure."
- minipiezometer for pressure (prepositional phrase)
- Specifies the purpose of the device. — "This type of minipiezometer is specifically designed for measuring pore pressure."
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