lamellenförmigen

Lamellenförmig is a German adjective that translates to "lamellar" or "in the shape of lamellae" in English. Lamellae are thin, leaf-like or plate-like structures. The term is used in various scientific and technical contexts to describe objects or formations composed of such structures.

In biology, lamellenförmig can describe the arrangement of cells or tissues. For example, the gills of fish are often described as lamellenförmig, consisting of numerous thin, plate-like structures that increase the surface area for respiration. Similarly, the structure of chloroplasts within plant cells includes lamellae, which are flattened sacs where the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis occur. In histology, the layered structure of some tissues might also be referred to as lamellenförmig.

In materials science and engineering, the term can describe the microstructure of certain materials. For instance, some alloys or composite materials may exhibit a lamellenförmig grain structure, where different phases or components are arranged in alternating layers. This structure can significantly influence the material's mechanical properties, such as strength and ductility.

The concept of lamellenförmig also appears in geology, particularly when describing sedimentary rocks or mineral formations that display a layered or stratified appearance. The arrangement of fine particles in layers can result in a lamellenförmig texture. In general, whenever a structure is composed of thin, overlapping or parallel plates, the descriptor lamellenförmig is applicable.