Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A property of a circuit that allows it to store electrical charge.

Example: The capacitance of the capacitor determines how much charge it can hold.

Definition: To make someone or something capable or qualified to do something.

Example: The training program is designed to capacitate employees for leadership roles.

Definition: The process that allows certain cells to become capable of fertilizing an egg, often involving changes that occur in the female reproductive system.

Example: Capacitation is essential for sperm to successfully fertilize an egg.

Definition: Relating to the ability of a material to store electrical energy in an electric field.

Example: The capacitive touch screen responds to the slightest touch of a finger.

Definition: In a way that relates to the ability of a system to store electrical charge.

Example: The circuit operates capacitively, allowing it to store energy efficiently.

Definition: A device in an electric circuit that temporarily stores electrical energy, made of two metal plates separated by an insulating material.

Example: The engineer used a capacitor to smooth out the voltage fluctuations in the circuit.

Definition: The maximum amount that something can hold or contain.

Example: The stadium was filled to its full capacity during the championship game.

Definition: The maximum amount that something can hold or produce, or the ability to do something.

Example: The stadium has a seating capacity of 50,000 people.

Definition: A decorative covering for a horse, often used to enhance its appearance, or rich clothing that is ornate and fancy.

Example: The knight's horse was adorned with a beautiful caparison during the parade.

Definition: To dress someone or something in elaborate or decorative clothing, especially a horse with a special covering.

Example: The knight's horse was caparisoned in beautiful fabrics for the parade.

Definition: The ability of a liquid to move up or down in a narrow space, like a tube, due to the forces between the liquid and the surface it touches.

Example: Capillarity allows water to rise in the tiny tubes of plants, helping them get the moisture they need.

Definition: Relating to the very small blood vessels in the body or something that is very fine and slender, similar to a hair.

Example: The doctor explained how capillary action helps in the movement of blood through tiny vessels.

Definition: A very small blood vessel that connects larger blood vessels and allows for the exchange of substances like oxygen and carbon dioxide between blood and tissues.

Example: The doctor explained how capillaries play a crucial role in delivering oxygen to cells.