Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: Made up of or involving three separate parts or groups.

Example: The tripartite agreement was signed by the three countries involved.

Definition: A chemical compound that includes three phosphate groups, often found in biological systems.

Example: Adenosine triphosphate, or ATP, is a common triphosphate used for energy transfer in cells.

Definition: A sound made by combining three vowel sounds in one syllable, which works together as a single unit.

Example: The word 'fire' contains a triphthong that blends three vowel sounds.

Definition: Related to a specific type of vowel sound that combines three distinct vowel sounds in one syllable.

Example: In phonetics, a triphthongal sound can be challenging for learners to pronounce correctly.

Definition: The process of making three copies of something or the state of being tripled.

Example: The triplication of the document ensured that everyone had a copy.

Definition: Referring to organisms that develop from three distinct layers of cells during embryonic development.

Example: Humans are triploblastic organisms because they have three germ layers: ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm.

Definition: Referring to a cell or organism that has three sets of chromosomes instead of the usual two, which can affect its growth and reproduction.

Example: Some plants are triploid, meaning they have three sets of chromosomes, which can make them larger and more robust.

Definition: An organism or cell that has three sets of chromosomes instead of the usual two.

Example: The triploid fish are often larger and more robust than their diploid counterparts.

Definition: A condition in which an organism has three complete sets of chromosomes instead of the usual two.

Example: Triploidy can occur in some plants and animals, leading to various developmental changes.

Definition: In a lively or quick way, often used to describe movement or speech that is smooth and easy.

Example: She spoke trippingly, making it seem as if the words flowed effortlessly from her lips.

Definition: A piece of art made up of three connected panels, often used for paintings or carvings.

Example: The artist created a stunning triptych that depicted scenes from nature.