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Scanning Tunneling Microscope

Definition: A scanning tunneling microscope (STM) is a powerful scientific instrument used to investigate and manipulate individual atoms on surfaces.

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Sense 1:

Noun: A type of microscope that operates by bringing a sharp conducting probe very close to the surface of a sample and measuring a tunneling current between the probe and the sample.

Example: The scientist used a scanning tunneling microscope to image the atoms on the surface of the material.

Sense 2:

Usage: The term "scanning tunneling microscope" can also refer to the broader field of study and related techniques.

Example: The advances in scanning tunneling microscope technology have revolutionized the field of nanotechnology.

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