kalvot

Kalvot is the plural form of the Finnish noun kalvo, meaning membrane. The term refers to thin, flexible layers that enclose, separate, or protect spaces, tissues, or substances. In Finnish scientific and everyday language, kalvot can describe a range of membranes, from biological envelopes to synthetic filters.

Etymology and usage: Kalvo originates in Finnish, with the plural form kalvot formed by adding the suffix -ot. In scientific writing, kalvot is used as a general term for membranes; more precise terms appear in compounds, such as solukalvo for the cell membrane or limakalvo for mucous membranes. The word is common across biology, physiology, botany, and materials science.

Contexts and examples: In biology, kalvot describe cellular membranes, envelopes around organelles, and protective coverings of tissues. In medicine, discussions of mucous membranes or artificial membranes used in devices may employ the term. In engineering and environmental science, synthetic kalvot are studied for filtration, separation processes, and sensor technologies.

See also: kalvo, solukalvo, limakalvo.