IPA: //ˈɡlaɪsɪn//
KK: /ˈɡlaɪsɪn/
Definition: A toxic, crystalline substance used in photography and other applications.
Example: The photographer used glycin as a developer for his black and white film.
IPA: /ˈɡlaɪsiːn/
KK: /ˈɡlaɪsiːn/
Definition: A type of amino acid that is sweet-tasting and is the simplest one found in proteins. It is often used in research and medicine.
Example: Glycine is important for the synthesis of proteins in the body.
IPA: //ˈɡlaɪ.kə.dʒɛn//
KK: /ˈɡlaɪkəˌdʒɛn/
Definition: A type of carbohydrate that is stored in the body, mainly in the liver and muscles, and can be converted into glucose for energy when needed.
Example: After a long workout, the body uses glycogen stored in the muscles for energy.
IPA: //ɡlaɪkəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs//
KK: /ɡlaɪkəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/
Definition: The process of creating glycogen, which is a form of stored glucose in the body.
Example: After eating a meal, the body undergoes glycogenesis to store excess glucose as glycogen.
IPA: //ˌɡlaɪ.kəˈdʒɛn.əˌlaɪ.sɪs//
KK: /glaɪˈkoʊdʒəˌnɑlɪsɪs/
Definition: The process in which glycogen is broken down into glucose, especially in the body of animals.
Example: During intense exercise, glycogenolysis provides the necessary glucose for energy.
IPA: //ˌɡlaɪ.kəˌdʒɛn.əˈlɪt.ɪk//
KK: /glaɪˌkoʊdʒəˈnɑlɪtɪk/
Definition: Relating to the process of breaking down glycogen into glucose, which is a form of energy for the body.
Example: The glycogenolytic process is essential for maintaining energy levels during exercise.
IPA: /ˈɡlaɪ.kɔl/
KK: /ˈɡlaɪˌkɔl/
Definition: A type of alcohol that has two hydroxyl groups in its chemical structure, commonly used in antifreeze and as a solvent.
Example: Ethylene glycol is often used in car antifreeze to lower the freezing point of the coolant.
IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪk//
KK: /glaɪˈkɒlɪk/
Definition: Relating to a type of acid that is used in various skin care products and chemical processes.
Example: Glycolic acid is often used in facial peels to improve skin texture.
IPA: //ˈɡlaɪkoʊˌlɪpɪd//
KK: /ˈɡlaɪkoʊˌlɪpɪd/
Definition: A type of fat molecule that has one or more sugar groups attached to it.
Example: Glycolipids are important for cell recognition and signaling.
IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪsɪs//
KK: /glaɪˈkɒlɪsɪs/
Definition: A process in living cells that breaks down glucose to produce energy and pyruvic acid.
Example: Glycolysis is the first step in cellular respiration, where glucose is converted into energy.
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