Poriënrijke

Poriënrijke is a Dutch adjective that translates to "porous" in English. It is used to describe a material or substance that has many small holes or cavities. These pores can vary in size and distribution, influencing the material's properties.

Materials that are described as poriënrijke often exhibit increased absorbency, allowing them to take in and retain liquids or gases. This characteristic makes them suitable for applications such as sponges, filters, and certain types of insulation. Conversely, the presence of pores can also reduce the structural strength of a material, making it more brittle.

In geology, poriënrijke refers to rocks with a high degree of porosity, such as sandstone or volcanic rock. This porosity can affect how water flows through the ground and how oil and gas are stored within rock formations. In the context of skin, a "poriënrijke huid" describes skin with visibly large pores.

The term can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is easily penetrated or infiltrated, whether physically or conceptually. For instance, a system that is poriënrijke might be susceptible to security breaches or the spread of misinformation. The specific meaning of poriënrijke is usually clear from the context in which it is used.