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Topic: Inventions

collotype

IPA: /ˈkɒləˌtaɪp/

KK: /ˈkɒləˌtaɪp/

noun

Definition: A type of print created using a special printing process that uses a glass plate with a gelatin surface to transfer images.

Example: The artist used collotype to produce high-quality prints of her paintings.

colophony

IPA: /ˈkɒləfəni/

KK: /kɒləˌfəni/

noun

Definition: A type of resin obtained from pine trees, often used in making varnishes, adhesives, and in the production of certain musical instruments.

Example: The violinist applied colophony to the bow to improve the sound quality.

colorant

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adjective

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

noun

Definition: A substance that is used to add color to something, such as a dye or pigment.

Example: The artist used a natural colorant to create vibrant paintings.

colorimeter

IPA: /ˈkɒləˌrɪmətər/

KK: /ˈkɒlərɪˌmɛtər/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure the concentration of a substance in a solution by comparing its color to standard colors.

Example: The scientist used a colorimeter to analyze the concentration of the dye in the solution.

colorimetric

IPA: /ˌkɒlərɪˈmɛtrɪk/

KK: /kəˌlɔːrəˈmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the measurement of color, often using a device called a colorimeter to analyze the intensity or quality of colors.

Example: The colorimetric analysis revealed the exact concentration of the dye in the solution.

colorimetry

IPA: /kəˈlɔɪrəˌmɛtri/

KK: /kəˈlɔɪrəˌmɛtri/

noun

Definition: The science that deals with measuring colors and determining their numerical values.

Example: Colorimetry is essential in industries like printing and photography to ensure accurate color reproduction.

columbic

IPA: /kəˈlʌmbɪk/

KK: /kəˈlʌmbɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a chemical element known as niobium or to its compounds.

Example: The columbic properties of the material were studied in the laboratory.

columbite

IPA: /kəˈlʌmˌbaɪt/

KK: /kəˈlʌmˌbaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of mineral that is mainly made of iron and niobium, often found in black or red-brown colors, and is the main source of niobium.

Example: Columbite is an important mineral used in the production of niobium for various industrial applications.

columel

IPA: /ˈkɒl.jʊ.mɛl/

KK: /kəˈljuːmɛl/

noun

Definition: A small column or pillar, often used in biological contexts to refer to a structure that supports or connects parts of an organism.

Example: The columel in the plant's structure helps support the flowers above it.

columella

IPA: /kəˈlʌmələ/

KK: /kəˈlʌmələ/

noun

Definition: A small column-like structure found in various plants and animals, often serving as a central support or axis for development or anatomy.

Example: The columella in the snail's shell helps to maintain its shape and structure.

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