IPA: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌmoʊl/
KK: /maɪkroʊmoʊl/
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.
IPA: /ˌmaɪkroʊmɔˈfɔlədʒi/
KK: /maɪkroʊmɔrˈfɑlədʒi/
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.
IPA: /ˈmaɪkrɒn/
KK: /maɪˈkrɒn/
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.
IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈnjuː.kli.əs/
KK: /maɪkroʊˈnjuːkliəs/
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.
IPA: /ˌmaɪkrəʊˈɔːɡənɪzəm/
KK: /maɪkroʊˈɔrɡənɪzəm/
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.
IPA: //ˈmaɪkroʊˌpɑrtɪkl//
KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌpɑrtɪkl/
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.
IPA: //ˈmaɪkrəfeɪdʒ//
KK: /maɪˈkrɒfeɪdʒ/
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.
IPA: //maɪˈkrɒfɪk//
KK: /maɪˈkrɒfɪk/
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.
IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.fəˈtɒɡ.ræf/
KK: /maɪkroʊfəˌtɒgrəf/
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.
IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.fəˈtɒ.mɪ.tər//
KK: /maɪkroʊfəˈtɑːmɪtər/
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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