Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Relating to a telescope or capable of seeing distant objects clearly, often by using a device that can extend or compress.

Example: The astronomer used a telescopic lens to observe the distant stars more clearly.

Definition: In a way that involves the use of a telescope, often referring to viewing or observing something at a distance.

Example: The stars were observed telescopically, revealing details not visible to the naked eye.

Definition: Relating to or aimed at achieving a specific goal or purpose.

Example: The telic nature of the project motivated the team to work efficiently towards their deadline.

Definition: Relating to the Earth or its physical properties, especially in terms of natural electric currents or the element tellurium.

Example: The telluric currents can affect the readings of sensitive instruments.

Definition: A brittle, silvery-white metallic element that is used in alloys, ceramics, and thermoelectric devices, often found with other metals.

Example: Tellurium is used in the production of thermoelectric materials.

Definition: To connect to a remote computer or server over the Internet using a specific protocol that allows for command-line interface access.

Example: She telnetted from her work computer to her university account.

Definition: A type of program and protocol that allows a computer to connect to and control another computer over a network as if it were a local terminal.

Example: To access the remote server, I used telnet to log in from my computer.

Definition: Describing a chromosome that has its centromere located at one end, resulting in only one arm of the chromosome.

Example: In telocentric chromosomes, the centromere is positioned at the end, making them appear as a single long arm.

Definition: A special type of enzyme that helps maintain the ends of chromosomes, known as telomeres, during cell division. It is important for the growth of certain cells, like stem cells and cancer cells.

Example: Telomerase plays a crucial role in the immortality of cancer cells by extending their telomeres.

Definition: A part of DNA located at the ends of chromosomes that helps protect them and maintain their stability.

Example: Telomeres shorten as cells divide, which is linked to aging.

Definition: The last phase of cell division where the chromosomes are separated into two new nuclei.

Example: During telophase, the cell prepares to divide into two separate cells.