IPA: //saɪˈtɒlɪsɪn//
KK: /sɪˈtɑːlɪsɪn/
Definition: A substance that can break down or destroy cells, often used in the context of antibodies that target bacteria.
Example: The cytolysin produced by the immune system helps to eliminate harmful bacteria.
IPA: /saɪˈtɒlɪsɪs/
KK: /sɪˈtɑːləsɪs/
Definition: The process of breaking down or destroying a cell, often due to disease or damage.
Example: Cytolysis can occur when a cell is exposed to certain toxins.
IPA: //ˌsaɪtəˈfɪlɪk//
KK: /sīˈtōfəlɪk/
Definition: Having a strong attraction or preference for cells.
Example: The cytophilic properties of the antibody allow it to bind effectively to the target cells.
IPA: /ˌsaɪtəʊfəʊtəˈmɛtrɪk/
KK: /sīˌtōfōtəˈmetrik/
Definition: Relating to a method of measuring the properties of cells using light.
Example: The cytophotometric analysis revealed important information about the cell structure.
IPA: /ˌsaɪtəʊfəˈtɒmətri/
KK: /saitəˈfōtəˌmētrē/
Definition: The examination of cells and their chemical components using a special instrument called a cytophotometer.
Example: Researchers used cytophotometry to analyze the chemical composition of the cells in the sample.
IPA: //ˈsaɪtəˌsiːn//
KK: /ˈsaɪtəˌsiːn/
Definition: A type of molecule that is one of the building blocks of DNA and RNA, pairing with another molecule called guanine to help store genetic information.
Example: Cytosine pairs with guanine in the structure of DNA.
IPA: /ˌsaɪtəʊtɛkˈnɒlədʒi/
KK: /saitəʊtɛkˈnɒlədʒi/
Definition: A field of science that studies cells, especially to identify diseases like cancer and to analyze cell structures.
Example: Cytotechnology plays a crucial role in early cancer detection by examining cell samples under a microscope.
IPA: /ˈdeɪsaɪt/
KK: /ˈdæsɪt/
Definition: A light gray volcanic rock that has a mix of certain minerals and glassy silica, resembling another type of rock called rhyolite.
Example: The geologist collected a sample of dacite to study its mineral composition.
IPA: /ˈdæk.tɪl/
KK: /ˈdæktɪl/
Definition: A part of the body like a finger or toe, or a type of rhythm in poetry with a strong beat followed by two weaker beats.
Example: In poetry, a dactyl can create a lively rhythm that enhances the reading experience.
IPA: /ˈdæktɪləs/
KK: /ˈdæktɪləs/
Definition: A term used in anatomy and zoology to refer to a specific part of a limb or a type of shellfish.
Example: The dactylus is an important part of the crustacean's leg structure.
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