Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Able to be examined in a court of law or tested in some way.

Example: The lawyer explained that the case was triable in the local court.

Definition: Describing a substance that can react with three molecules of a monobasic acid or contains three replaceable hydrogen atoms.

Example: The triacid compound can neutralize three moles of a strong acid.

Definition: A type of acid that has three hydrogen atoms that can be replaced in a chemical reaction.

Example: The chemist explained how a triacid can donate three protons in a reaction.

Definition: In a way that involves three parts or elements, often referring to a group of three things or people.

Example: The team worked triadically to solve the complex problem, ensuring all three perspectives were considered.

Definition: Relating to a test or experiment that is done to see if something works or is effective.

Example: The researchers conducted a trial study to test the new medication.

Definition: A test or experiment to see if something works or to find out if someone is qualified, often used in sports or scientific research.

Example: The new medicine is undergoing a clinical trial to check its effectiveness.

Definition: Relating to or shaped like triangles.

Example: The architect designed a triangulate roof for the building.

Definition: To determine the location of something by forming triangles and using their angles and distances.

Example: The surveyor had to triangulate the position of the new building accurately.

Definition: A method used in surveying and navigation to determine the location of a point by forming triangles with known points.

Example: The surveyor used triangulation to accurately map the area.

Definition: Describing a molecule that is made up of three atoms.

Example: Water is not triatomic; it consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

Definition: A type of chemical compound that has a five-membered ring made up of two carbon atoms and three nitrogen atoms.

Example: Triazole compounds are often used in agriculture as fungicides.

Definition: Describing a substance that has three hydrogen atoms that can be replaced in a chemical reaction, often referring to certain acids or bases.

Example: The chemist explained that the tribasic acid can donate three protons in a reaction.

Definition: Relating to the generation of electric charge through friction between different materials.

Example: The triboelectric effect can be observed when you rub a balloon on your hair.