Lamella

Lamella is a term for a platelike structure, appearing in multiples, that occurs in various situations, such as biology or materials sciences. It implies a thin layer (Latin), the same derivation as for `laminate'. It can mean:

Lamella (zoology), a structure in an animal
Lamella (mycology), a structure beneath the cap of a mushroom
Lamella (materials), a structure within geological, biological, or synthetic materials
Lamella (cell biology), a sub-cellular structure
Lamella clarifier, a water treatment process
Lamellar armour, a medieval type of armour similar to scale armour
Lamella (soil morphology), an effect of clay illuviation in sandy soils
Middle lamella, a pectin layer

Translation

The word "Lamella" occurs as such in the following languages: English, Simple English.

Translation(s) in other languages: Czech: Lamela, French: Lamelle.