Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Describing a substance that consists of only one atom, such as helium, which exists as single atoms rather than in pairs or groups.

Example: Helium is a monatomic gas, meaning it is made up of individual atoms rather than molecules.

Definition: A type of simple, single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus, often classified as a prokaryote.

Example: Monerans are important in many ecological processes, such as decomposition.

Definition: Relating to the economic theory that focuses on the role of governments in controlling the amount of money in circulation.

Example: The monetarist approach emphasizes the importance of managing the money supply to control inflation.

Definition: A person who supports the economic theory that focuses on the role of money supply in determining economic activity and inflation.

Example: The monetarist argued that controlling the money supply is essential for managing inflation.

Definition: Having a lot of money or wealth; often used to describe people or groups that are rich.

Example: The moneyed elite often influence political decisions.

Definition: A type of infection caused by a yeast, often affecting the skin or mucous membranes.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with moniliasis after examining the symptoms.

Definition: A person who believes in monism, the idea that everything in the universe is interconnected and comes from a single source.

Example: As a monist, she believes that mind and body are part of the same reality.

Definition: Relating to a philosophical view that all things are connected and can be explained by a single principle or force.

Example: The monistic approach to understanding the universe emphasizes the unity of all existence.

Definition: A warning or advice about something that may happen, especially something dangerous.

Example: The teacher gave a monition to the students about the upcoming exam.

Definition: To perform the role of a monitor, which means to observe or check something regularly.

Example: The students will monitor the experiment to ensure everything is working correctly.

Definition: A device or person that observes, checks, or controls something, often used in technology or education.

Example: The teacher asked the monitor to help distribute the materials to the students.

Definition: To observe or check something carefully over a period of time, often to gather information or ensure quality.

Example: The teacher will monitor the students' progress throughout the semester.

Definition: Describing a substance that has only one hydroxyl group available to react with acids.

Example: The monoacid solution was used in the experiment to test its reactivity with various compounds.

Definition: A type of acid that can release only one hydrogen ion when dissolved in water.

Example: Hydrochloric acid is a common example of a monoacid.