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Exam: IELTS

choline

IPA: /ˈkoʊliːn/

KK: /ˈkoʊlin/

noun

Definition: A natural substance that is important for the body, found in foods like egg yolks and legumes, and helps with functions like liver health and nerve signaling.

Example: Choline is essential for brain development and function.

cholinergic

IPA: /ˌkoʊlɪˈnɜrdʒɪk/

KK: /kəˈloʊnərdʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or affecting the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, especially in the nervous system, and having effects similar to those of acetylcholine.

Example: The doctor prescribed a cholinergic drug to help improve the patient's memory.

cholinergically

IPA: /kəˈlɪnərdʒɪkli/

KK: /kəˈlɪnərdʒɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or involves acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter in the nervous system.

Example: The drug works cholinergically to enhance memory function.

cholinesterase

IPA: /ˌkoʊlɪnˈɛstəreɪs/

KK: /kəˌlaɪnˈɛstəˌreɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps break down a chemical called acetylcholine, which is important for nerve function.

Example: Cholinesterase plays a crucial role in the nervous system by breaking down acetylcholine after it has transmitted a nerve signal.

chondrite

IPA: /ˈkɒn.draɪt/

KK: /ˈkɒnˌdraɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of meteorite that contains small round particles called chondrules, which are formed from molten or partially molten material in space.

Example: Scientists study chondrites to learn more about the early solar system.

chondritic

IPA: /kɒnˈdrɪtɪk/

KK: /kɒnˈdrɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of meteorite that contains small round particles called chondrules.

Example: The chondritic composition of the meteorite provides valuable information about the early solar system.

chondrocranium

IPA: /kɒnˈdrɒkrəˌniːəm/

KK: /kɒnˈdrɒkrəˌniːəm/

noun

Definition: A part of the skull that is made of cartilage in embryos and later turns into bone.

Example: The chondrocranium is essential for the proper development of the skull in embryos.

chondrocyte

IPA: /ˈkɒndrəˌsaɪt/

KK: /kɒn.drəˌsaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of cell that is responsible for producing and maintaining cartilage tissue in the body.

Example: Chondrocytes play a crucial role in the development and repair of cartilage.

chondrule

IPA: /ˈkɒndruːl/

KK: /ˈkɒn.druːl/

noun

Definition: A small, round particle from space that is often found in meteorites and can also be found in some marine sediments.

Example: Scientists discovered a chondrule in the meteorite that fell last year.

choose

IPA: /tʃuːz/

KK: /tʃuz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a decision about something or to select from options.

Example: I need to choose a book to read for my class.

transitive verb

Definition: To select something from a group of options or to make a decision about what to do.

Example: I need to choose a book to read for my class.

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