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thermogenesis

IPA: /θɜːrˈmoʊdʒənɪsɪs/

KK: /θɜrˈmoʊdʒənɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process of producing heat in the body, often through metabolic activities.

Example: During cold weather, the body increases thermogenesis to maintain its temperature.

thermogenic

IPA: /θɜːrˈmoʊdʒənɪk/

KK: /θɜrˈmoʊdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of producing heat in the body or in a substance.

Example: Certain foods have thermogenic properties that can help boost metabolism.

thermogram

IPA: /ˈθɜːrməˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A type of record that shows temperature changes, created by a device called a thermograph.

Example: The doctor examined the thermogram to check for any unusual heat patterns in the patient's body.

thermograph

IPA: /ˈθɜːrməˌɡræf/

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌgræf/

noun

Definition: A device that measures and records temperature changes automatically.

Example: The thermograph showed a steady increase in temperature throughout the day.

thermographic

IPA: /θɜːrməˈɡræfɪk/

KK: /θɜrməˈgræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a method of using infrared imaging to detect heat patterns and temperatures.

Example: The thermographic camera revealed areas of heat loss in the building.

thermography

IPA: /θɜːrˈmɒɡrəfi/

KK: /θɜrˈmɒɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: A method that uses an infrared camera to detect temperature differences on the skin, helping to identify abnormal tissue or health issues.

Example: The doctor used thermography to check for any unusual heat patterns on the patient's body.

thermohaline

IPA: /θɜːrmoʊˈheɪlaɪn/

KK: /θɜrmoʊˈheɪlaɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the combined effects of temperature and saltiness in water, often used in oceanography to describe water movement and properties.

Example: The thermohaline circulation plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate.

thermolabile

IPA: //ˌθɜːrməˈleɪbaɪl//

KK: /ˌθɜrməˈleɪbaɪl/

adjective

Definition: Easily damaged or changed when exposed to heat, especially in relation to biochemical substances.

Example: Many enzymes are thermolabile and lose their activity when heated.

thermolability

IPA: /θɜːrˈmoʊləˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /θɜrˈmoʊləˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The state or quality of being sensitive to heat, where a substance can change or break down when exposed to high temperatures.

Example: The thermolability of the enzyme means it must be stored at low temperatures to remain active.

thermometer

IPA: /θərˈmɒmɪtə/

KK: /θərˈmɑːmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A tool used to measure how hot or cold something is, usually with a glass tube that contains a liquid that moves up or down depending on the temperature.

Example: The doctor used a thermometer to check my temperature when I was feeling sick.

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