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Topic: Inventions

cobaltous

IPA: /ˈkoʊbəlˌtəs/

KK: /ˈkoʊbəlˌtəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing cobalt, particularly in a form where cobalt has a valence of two.

Example: The chemist used cobaltous compounds in the experiment to study their properties.

cobble

IPA: /ˈkɒbəl/

KK: /ˈkɑbəl/

noun

Definition: A small, rounded stone used for paving streets or paths, or a rock fragment that is larger than a pebble but smaller than a boulder.

Example: The old town was paved with cobbles that added charm to the streets.

transitive verb

Definition: To put together or create something in a rough or clumsy way, often by combining different parts.

Example: He cobbled together a makeshift shelter using old wood and tarps.

cocatalyst

IPA: //koʊˈkætəˌlɪst//

KK: /koʊˈkætəˌlɪst/

noun

Definition: A substance that works together with another catalyst to enhance their effectiveness in a chemical reaction.

Example: In the experiment, the cocatalyst significantly increased the reaction rate.

coccoid

IPA: /ˈkɒkɔɪd/

KK: /kɑkoɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that is round or spherical, similar to a type of bacteria known as coccus.

Example: The bacteria were identified as coccoid due to their spherical shape.

noun

Definition: A type of microorganism that is spherical in shape, often found in various environments, including soil and water.

Example: The scientist observed a coccoid under the microscope, noting its round shape.

coccus

IPA: /ˈkɒkəs/

KK: /kɑkəs/

noun

Definition: A type of bacterium that has a round or spherical shape.

Example: The doctor explained that coccus bacteria can cause various infections.

cocultivation

IPA: //koʊˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən//

KK: /koʊˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of growing two or more different types of organisms or tissues together in the same environment.

Example: Cocultivation of bacteria and yeast can lead to interesting interactions and results in the lab.

codesign

IPA: //koʊdɪˈzaɪn//

KK: /koʊdɪˈzaɪn/

verb

Definition: To work together with others to create a design or plan.

Example: The team decided to codesign the new product with input from the users.

codon

IPA: /ˈkoʊdɒn/

KK: /ˈkoʊdɒn/

noun

Definition: A group of three nucleotides in DNA or RNA that codes for a specific amino acid or signals the end of protein production.

Example: Each codon in the DNA sequence corresponds to a specific amino acid in the protein being made.

coeffect

IPA: //koʊˈɛfɛkt//

KK: /koʊˈɛfɛkt/

noun

Definition: A result or outcome that occurs as a result of two or more factors working together.

Example: The coeffect of the two medications improved the patient's condition significantly.

coelomic

IPA: //siˈloʊmɪk//

KK: /sɪˈloʊmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the coelom, which is a fluid-filled body cavity found in some animals.

Example: The coelomic cavity plays a crucial role in the development of certain organisms.

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