Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: A type of carbohydrate that is often found in plants, particularly in the areas where sieve elements connect.

Example: Callose is important for the plant's ability to respond to injury and stress.

Definition: Relating to the measurement of heat or energy changes in physical and chemical processes.

Example: The calorimetric analysis showed a significant increase in energy release during the reaction.

Definition: A false statement made to damage someone's reputation.

Example: The politician faced calumny from his opponents during the election campaign.

Definition: Relating to or having the characteristics of camphor, a substance with a strong smell often used in medicine and cooking.

Example: The camphoraceous scent of the ointment filled the room, reminding her of her grandmother's remedies.

Definition: Describing a type of ovule in botany that is curved and partially inverted, so that the opening is close to the attachment point.

Example: The campylotropous ovule allows for unique fertilization processes in certain plant species.

Definition: A unit of measurement for how bright a light source is in a specific direction, used in science and engineering.

Example: The brightness of the light bulb is measured in candelas.

Definition: Describing something that is glowing with a bright white light, often due to being very hot.

Example: The candent metal glowed brightly in the furnace.

Definition: The condition of glowing with a bright white light, often due to high temperature.

Example: The candescence of the metal indicated that it was ready to be shaped.

Definition: Describing something that is covered with fine, short white or gray hairs, or that is turning white or grayish in color.

Example: The canescent leaves of the plant gave it a unique appearance in the garden.

Definition: Following accepted rules or standards, often used in reference to established practices or texts.

Example: The professor recommended reading canonical works of literature to understand the foundations of modern writing.