noun
crystal whisker; whisker
Technical term in materials science for a hair-like single crystal. Often used in contexts of crystal growth or material defects. Cross-referenced with ウィスカー.
See also: ウィスカー
ひげ結晶は、金属表面に生じることがある。
Whisker crystals can grow on metal surfaces.
This alloy is resistant to whisker formation.