Exam: IELTS

Definition: In a way that relates to organisms that produce their own food from inorganic substances.

Example: Plants grow autotrophically by using sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

Definition: The process by which certain organisms create their own food using inorganic materials and energy from light or heat.

Example: Plants use autotrophy to produce their own food through photosynthesis.

Definition: A natural chemical process where a substance reacts with oxygen, leading to its gradual breakdown or combustion without flames.

Example: The autoxidation of fats can lead to rancidity in food products.

Definition: Describing something that provides help or support, or is used as a backup or additional resource.

Example: The auxiliary staff helped the main team complete the project on time.

Definition: A person or thing that helps or supports another, often in a secondary role.

Example: The auxiliary provided assistance to the main team during the project.

Definition: A type of hormone found in plants that helps control their growth and development by promoting cell elongation and regulating other growth processes.

Example: Auxin plays a crucial role in the growth of plant shoots and roots.

Definition: Related to a class of plant hormones that promote growth and development.

Example: The auxinic properties of the substance helped the plants grow taller and healthier.

Definition: An organism that cannot produce certain necessary substances for growth and metabolism due to genetic changes.

Example: The auxotroph required specific nutrients that its wild-type counterpart could produce on its own.

Definition: The condition where a microorganism cannot produce a necessary organic compound for its growth, usually due to a genetic change.

Example: The auxotrophy of the bacteria made it dependent on external sources of nutrients.

Definition: To be useful or helpful in a particular situation.

Example: The new policy will not avail if people do not follow it.

Definition: The use or benefit of something, often referring to an advantage gained from an action or effort.

Example: He tried to convince her to join the team, but it was to no avail.

Definition: To be useful or helpful to someone or something; to provide an advantage or benefit.

Example: The new strategy will avail the company in increasing its market share.

Definition: Able to be used or obtained; accessible or ready for use.

Example: The new software is now available for download.