Kapselimuotoisten

Kapselimuotoisten is a Finnish adjective that translates to "capsule-shaped" or "encapsulated" in English. It describes something that is enclosed within a capsule or has a form resembling a capsule. This term can be applied in various contexts, often referring to physical objects or their properties.

In biology and medicine, kapselimuotoisten might describe a bacterium surrounded by a capsule, a protective layer of polysaccharides. It can also refer to a drug formulation where the active ingredient is encased in a gelatinous capsule for controlled release or to mask an unpleasant taste. The shape of these capsules is typically oval or cylindrical with rounded ends, mimicking the natural form of a seed capsule or a pill.

Beyond biological applications, kapselimuotoisten can be used in describing manufactured goods. For instance, a piece of jewelry might be described as kapselimuotoinen if it features an amulet or a stone enclosed in a metallic casing. In design, it might refer to furniture or architectural elements that have a rounded, enclosed, or pod-like appearance. The core idea conveyed by the term is one of containment or a specific rounded, enclosed form.