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zygotic

IPA: //zaɪˈɡɒtɪk//

KK: /zɪˈɡɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the initial cell formed when a sperm cell fertilizes an egg cell.

Example: The zygotic stage is crucial for the development of the embryo.

zymogen

IPA: /ˈzaɪməˌdʒɛn/

KK: /ˈzaɪməˌdʒɛn/

noun

Definition: A type of inactive protein that can be turned into an active enzyme by another enzyme or a specific process.

Example: The body produces zymogens that become active enzymes when needed for digestion.

zymology

IPA: /zaɪˈmɒlədʒi/

KK: /zaɪˈmɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of the chemical processes involved in fermentation, especially in brewing and baking.

Example: Zymology is essential for understanding how yeast works in beer production.

zymosis

IPA: /zaɪˈmoʊsɪs/

KK: /zaɪˈmoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A process of fermentation or an infectious disease, particularly one caused by a fungus.

Example: The zymosis in the bread dough caused it to rise and develop a unique flavor.

zymotic

IPA: //zaɪˈmɒtɪk//

KK: /zɪˈmɒtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or caused by infection, often associated with diseases that can spread from one person to another.

Example: The zymotic diseases can spread rapidly in crowded conditions.

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