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Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

zoophyte

IPA: /ˈzuːəfaɪt/

KK: /ˈzuːəfaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of invertebrate animal that looks like a plant and often attaches to surfaces, such as corals and sponges.

Example: The reef was full of colorful zoophytes, creating a beautiful underwater landscape.

zygosity

IPA: //zaɪˈɡɒzɪti//

KK: /zɪgˈzɑɪəti/

noun

Definition: The genetic condition of a zygote, which refers to whether it has identical or different alleles from its parents.

Example: The zygosity of the embryos was tested to determine their genetic similarity.

zymogen

IPA: /ˈzaɪməˌdʒɛn/

KK: /ˈzaɪməˌdʒɛn/

noun

Definition: A type of inactive protein that can be turned into an active enzyme by another enzyme or a specific process.

Example: The body produces zymogens that become active enzymes when needed for digestion.

zymology

IPA: /zaɪˈmɒlədʒi/

KK: /zaɪˈmɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of the chemical processes involved in fermentation, especially in brewing and baking.

Example: Zymology is essential for understanding how yeast works in beer production.

zymosis

IPA: /zaɪˈmoʊsɪs/

KK: /zaɪˈmoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A process of fermentation or an infectious disease, particularly one caused by a fungus.

Example: The zymosis in the bread dough caused it to rise and develop a unique flavor.

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