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Filamente

Filamente is a term used across science to denote long, slender, threadlike structures. The term appears in several languages and may refer to different concrete objects in biology, materials science, or astronomy.

In biology, filamente are components of the cytoskeleton, including actin filaments, intermediate filaments, and microtubules. They

In materials science and textiles, filamente are long, thin fibers that can be natural or synthetic. They

In 3D printing, filament refers to the spool of thermoplastic or other material fed into the printer.

In astronomy, filamente describe the large-scale, thread-like structures of the cosmic web, formed by dark matter

form
networks
that
support
cell
shape,
enable
movement,
organize
organelles,
and
participate
in
division
and
signaling.
They
are
dynamic,
assembling
and
disassembling
as
needed.
are
spun
into
yarns,
woven
or
extruded
into
nonwoven
fabrics,
or
used
as
feedstock
in
additive
manufacturing.
Common
filament
materials
include
silk,
cotton,
nylon,
polyester,
and
polymers
like
PLA
and
ABS
for
3D
printing.
Filamente
are
characterized
by
diameter,
strength,
and
flexibility.
Popular
diameters
are
1.75
mm
and
2.85
mm.
Moisture
absorption,
nozzle
temperature,
and
print
settings
affect
quality.
and
gas
that
connect
clusters
of
galaxies.
They
span
tens
to
hundreds
of
millions
of
light-years
and
influence
galaxy
formation
and
distribution.