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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

heterologously

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒlɪkli/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑlɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is different or not similar to what is usual or expected.

Example: The cells were cultured heterologously to study their behavior in different environments.

heterolysis

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒlɪsɪs/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑlɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process where a compound breaks down into two oppositely charged particles or ions, often involving the action of enzymes or lysins from a different species.

Example: Heterolysis is an important reaction in organic chemistry that leads to the formation of ion pairs.

heterolytic

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒlɪtɪk/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of chemical reaction where a bond is broken and the electrons are unevenly distributed between the resulting fragments.

Example: In heterolytic cleavage, one atom takes both electrons from the bond, leading to the formation of charged species.

heteromorphic

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒmɪfɪk/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɒmɪfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having different forms or structures, especially at different stages of development or in different contexts.

Example: The species is heteromorphic, showing distinct physical forms during its life cycle.

heteromorphism

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈmɔːfɪzəm/

KK: /hɛtəroʊˈmɔrfɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A condition or characteristic where different forms or types exist within the same species or group.

Example: The study of heteromorphism helps scientists understand how species adapt to different environments.

heteronomy

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒnəmi/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑnəmi/

noun

Definition: The state of being controlled or influenced by something outside oneself, often referring to a lack of independence or self-governance.

Example: The community experienced heteronomy as it was governed by foreign laws.

heteronym

IPA: /ˈhɛtəˌrɪn/

KK: /ˈhɛtəˌrɪn/

noun

Definition: A word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning and is pronounced differently.

Example: The word 'lead' can be a heteronym; it can mean to guide someone or refer to a type of metal.

heterophil

IPA: /ˈhɛtəroʊfɪl/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɒfɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of white blood cell that responds to foreign substances in the body, particularly in allergic reactions and infections.

Example: Heterophils play a crucial role in the immune response by attacking bacteria and other pathogens.

heterophony

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒfəni/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑfəni/

noun

Definition: The occurrence of multiple voices or instruments playing or singing different versions of the same melody at the same time.

Example: In the performance, the musicians created a beautiful heterophony that enriched the melody.

heteroploid

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈroʊplɔɪd/

KK: /hɛtəroʊˈplɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition where the number of chromosomes is not a whole multiple of the basic set for a species.

Example: The study focused on heteroploid cells to understand their role in genetic variation.

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