porosimetry

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An analytical technique which measures quantifiable aspects of a stone’s porosity by forcing a non-wetting liquid, such as mercury, into the pores of the material using a porosimeter. The technique is used in archaeological conservation to determine the durability and behavior of ancient stone and the choice of conservation methods
porosimetry
Accepted term: 13-May-2024