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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

micromole

IPA: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌmoʊl/

KK: /maɪkroʊmoʊl/

noun

Definition: A very small unit of measurement used in chemistry, equal to one millionth of a mole.

Example: In the experiment, we measured the concentration in micromoles per liter.

micromorphology

IPA: /ˌmaɪkroʊmɔˈfɔlədʒi/

KK: /maɪkroʊmɔrˈfɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of very small structures in organisms, minerals, or soil that can be seen with a microscope.

Example: Researchers used micromorphology to examine the tiny details of the soil's composition.

micron

IPA: /ˈmaɪkrɒn/

KK: /maɪˈkrɒn/

noun

Definition: A very small unit of measurement that is equal to one millionth of a meter.

Example: The thickness of a human hair is about 70 microns.

micronucleus

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈnjuː.kli.əs/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈnjuːkliəs/

noun

Definition: A very small nucleus found in certain single-celled organisms that plays a role in reproduction and contains genetic material.

Example: The ciliate protozoan has a micronucleus that is essential for its reproductive process.

microorganism

IPA: /ˌmaɪkrəʊˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

KK: /maɪkroʊˈɔrɡənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A tiny living thing that can only be seen with a microscope, such as bacteria or protozoa.

Example: Microorganisms play a crucial role in the ecosystem by breaking down organic matter.

microparticle

IPA: //ˈmaɪkroʊˌpɑrtɪkl//

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌpɑrtɪkl/

noun

Definition: A very tiny piece of matter that is smaller than a particle that can be seen with the naked eye.

Example: Scientists are studying the effects of microparticles on human health.

microphage

IPA: //ˈmaɪkrəfeɪdʒ//

KK: /maɪˈkrɒfeɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A type of small cell in the body that can engulf and digest foreign particles, such as bacteria and dead cells.

Example: Microphages play an important role in the immune system by helping to clear infections.

microphonic

IPA: //maɪˈkrɒfɪk//

KK: /maɪˈkrɒfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a microphone or its function, especially in amplifying faint sounds.

Example: The microphonic effect made the quietest whispers audible in the recording.

microphotograph

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.fəˈtɒɡ.ræf/

KK: /maɪkroʊfəˌtɒgrəf/

noun

Definition: A small image that is taken using a microscope or special equipment, which needs to be enlarged to be seen clearly.

Example: The scientist examined the microphotograph to study the details of the tiny cells.

microphotometer

IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.fəˈtɒ.mɪ.tər//

KK: /maɪkroʊfəˈtɑːmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure light levels or density in small areas, often used in photography and scientific research.

Example: The scientist used a microphotometer to analyze the light transmission through the sample.

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