IPA: /ˈɡlaɪ.kɔl/
KK: /ˈɡlaɪˌkɔl/
Definition: A type of alcohol that has two hydroxyl groups in its chemical structure, commonly used in antifreeze and as a solvent.
Example: Ethylene glycol is often used in car antifreeze to lower the freezing point of the coolant.
IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪk//
KK: /glaɪˈkɒlɪk/
Definition: Relating to a type of acid that is used in various skin care products and chemical processes.
Example: Glycolic acid is often used in facial peels to improve skin texture.
IPA: //ˈɡlaɪkoʊˌlɪpɪd//
KK: /ˈɡlaɪkoʊˌlɪpɪd/
Definition: A type of fat molecule that has one or more sugar groups attached to it.
Example: Glycolipids are important for cell recognition and signaling.
IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪsɪs//
KK: /glaɪˈkɒlɪsɪs/
Definition: A process in living cells that breaks down glucose to produce energy and pyruvic acid.
Example: Glycolysis is the first step in cellular respiration, where glucose is converted into energy.
IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪtɪk//
KK: /ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪtɪk/
Definition: Relating to the process by which glucose is broken down in the body to produce energy.
Example: The glycolytic pathway is essential for energy production in cells.
IPA: //ˌɡlaɪkoʊˈpɛptaɪd//
KK: /ˈɡlaɪkoʊˌpɛptaɪd/
Definition: A type of compound that consists of both a sugar (carbohydrate) and a protein fragment (peptide).
Example: Glycopeptides are important in the study of cell signaling and immune responses.
IPA: //ˌɡlaɪ.kəʊˈprəʊ.tiːn//
KK: /ˈɡlaɪkoʊˌproʊtiːn/
Definition: A type of protein that has carbohydrates attached to it, which helps in various biological functions.
Example: Glycoproteins play important roles in cell recognition and signaling.
IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪdeɪz//
KK: /ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪdeɪz/
Definition: A type of enzyme that helps break down glycosides, which are compounds made of sugar and another molecule, by adding water to the bond between them.
Example: Glycosidases play a crucial role in the digestion of carbohydrates.
IPA: //ˈɡlaɪkəˌsaɪd//
KK: /ˈɡlaɪkəˌsaɪd/
Definition: A type of organic compound found mainly in plants that releases a sugar and other substances when it is broken down with water.
Example: Glycosides are important in the study of plant chemistry and can have various effects on health.
IPA: //ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪdɪk//
KK: /ɡlaɪˈkɒsɪdɪk/
Definition: Relating to a type of compound formed from a sugar and another substance, often found in biological systems.
Example: The glycosidic bond is crucial for the structure of carbohydrates.
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