IPA: /ˌmaɪkroʊmɔˈfɔlədʒi/
KK: /maɪkroʊmɔrˈfɑlədʒi/
Definition: The study of very small structures in organisms, minerals, or soil that can be seen with a microscope.
Example: Researchers used micromorphology to examine the tiny details of the soil's composition.
IPA: /ˈmaɪkrɒn/
KK: /maɪˈkrɒn/
Definition: A very small unit of measurement that is equal to one millionth of a meter.
Example: The thickness of a human hair is about 70 microns.
IPA: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈnjuː.kli.əs/
KK: /maɪkroʊˈnjuːkliəs/
Definition: A very small nucleus found in certain single-celled organisms that plays a role in reproduction and contains genetic material.
Example: The ciliate protozoan has a micronucleus that is essential for its reproductive process.
IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈnjuː.tri.ənt//
KK: /maɪkroʊˈnjuːtrɪənt/
Definition: A type of substance, like a vitamin or mineral, that is needed in very small amounts for the healthy growth and functioning of living things.
Example: Eating a balanced diet ensures you get enough micronutrients for your health.
IPA: /ˌmaɪkrəʊˈɔːɡənɪzəm/
KK: /maɪkroʊˈɔrɡənɪzəm/
Definition: A tiny living thing that can only be seen with a microscope, such as bacteria or protozoa.
Example: Microorganisms play a crucial role in the ecosystem by breaking down organic matter.
IPA: //ˈmaɪkroʊˌpɑrtɪkl//
KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌpɑrtɪkl/
Definition: A very tiny piece of matter that is smaller than a particle that can be seen with the naked eye.
Example: Scientists are studying the effects of microparticles on human health.
IPA: //ˈmaɪkrəfeɪdʒ//
KK: /maɪˈkrɒfeɪdʒ/
Definition: A type of small cell in the body that can engulf and digest foreign particles, such as bacteria and dead cells.
Example: Microphages play an important role in the immune system by helping to clear infections.
IPA: /ˈmaɪ.kɹəˌfoʊn/
KK: /ˈmaɪkrəˌfoʊn/
Definition: A device that captures sound and converts it into an electrical signal, often used for recording or amplifying sound.
Example: She spoke into the microphone during the presentation.
IPA: //maɪˈkrɒfɪk//
KK: /maɪˈkrɒfɪk/
Definition: Relating to a microphone or its function, especially in amplifying faint sounds.
Example: The microphonic effect made the quietest whispers audible in the recording.
IPA: //maɪkroʊˈfɪzɪks//
KK: /maɪkroʊˈfɪzɪks/
Definition: The branch of physics that studies very small particles like atoms and molecules, as well as their interactions.
Example: Microphysics helps us understand the behavior of particles at the atomic level.
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