Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Having the shape of half a sphere.

Example: The dome of the building is hemispherical, giving it a unique appearance.

Definition: A part of a line of poetry that is cut in half, often by a pause or break in the rhythm.

Example: The poet used a hemistich to create a dramatic pause in the verse.

Definition: Referring to a condition where an organism has only one copy of a gene instead of the usual two, often seen in certain genetic situations like males having one X and one Y chromosome.

Example: In hemizygous individuals, the presence of only one allele can lead to specific genetic traits or deficiencies.

Definition: A genetic condition where the body absorbs too much iron, leading to its buildup in organs and tissues, which can cause various health problems.

Example: Doctors diagnosed him with hemochromatosis after he showed symptoms of fatigue and joint pain.

Definition: A space in the body of certain animals, like arthropods and some mollusks, where blood flows and circulates around the organs.

Example: The hemocoel allows the blood to move freely between the organs of the crab.

Definition: A bluish protein that contains copper and helps carry oxygen in the blood of some animals like mollusks and arthropods.

Example: Hemocyanin is responsible for the blue color of the blood in some species of octopus.

Definition: A type of cell found in the blood, particularly in invertebrate animals, that plays a role in various bodily functions.

Example: Hemocytes are essential for the immune response in many invertebrates.

Definition: A tool used to count the number of blood cells in a specific amount of blood.

Example: The scientist used a hemocytometer to determine the concentration of red blood cells in the sample.

Definition: A medical treatment that cleans the blood by removing waste and toxins when the kidneys are not working properly.

Example: Patients with kidney failure often require hemodialysis to stay healthy.

Definition: Relating to the flow and circulation of blood in the body.

Example: The doctor monitored the hemodynamic status of the patient during surgery.