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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

methodology

IPA: /ˌmɛθəˈdɒlədʒi/

KK: /mɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: A system of methods and rules used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example: The researchers followed a strict methodology to ensure accurate results.

methoxyl

IPA: //mɛˈθɒksɪl//

KK: /mɛˈθɒksɪl/

noun

Definition: A chemical group that consists of a methyl group (CH3) attached to an oxygen atom, similar to the hydroxyl group.

Example: The methoxyl group is often found in various organic compounds.

methyl

IPA: /ˈmɛθəl/

KK: /ˈmɛθəl/

noun

Definition: A chemical group made up of one carbon atom and three hydrogen atoms, often found in various organic compounds.

Example: Methyl groups are commonly used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals.

methylamine

IPA: /ˈmɛθ.əl.əˌmiːn/

KK: /ˈmɛθələˌmiːn/

noun

Definition: A toxic and flammable gas used in making various products, including dyes and insecticides.

Example: Methylamine is often used in laboratories for chemical synthesis.

methylase

IPA: /ˈmɛθɪleɪs/

KK: /ˈmɛθəˌleɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps add a methyl group to other molecules, particularly nucleic acids like DNA or RNA.

Example: Methylase enzymes play a crucial role in gene regulation by modifying DNA.

methylate

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

noun

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

transitive verb

Definition: To add a methyl group to a molecule, which is a specific type of chemical modification.

Example: Scientists often methylate DNA to regulate gene expression.

methylated

IPA: /ˈmɛθəˌleɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈmɛθəˌleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a substance that has undergone a chemical process where a methyl group is added to it.

Example: The methylated compound showed different properties compared to its unmodified version.

methylating

IPA: /ˈmɛθəˌleɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈmɛθəˌleɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of adding a methyl group to a molecule, often affecting its chemical properties or biological activity.

Example: The methylating agent is used in various chemical reactions to modify compounds.

verb

Definition: To add a methyl group to a molecule, often affecting its chemical properties or biological activity.

Example: The researchers are methylating the compound to study its effects on gene expression.

methylation

IPA: /ˌmɛθɪˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ˈmɛθɪleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of adding a methyl group to a molecule, often affecting gene expression and protein production in biological systems.

Example: Methylation plays a crucial role in regulating gene activity and can influence various biological processes.

methylator

IPA: /ˈmɛθɪleɪtə/

KK: /ˈmɛθəˌleɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person, company, or device that adds a methyl group to another molecule, often used in chemical processes or biological functions.

Example: The scientist used a methylator to modify the DNA in the experiment.

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