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Topic: Inventions

galvanoscope

IPA: /ˌɡæl.və.nəˈskoʊp/

KK: /gælˈvænəˌskoʊp/

noun

Definition: A device that shows whether there is an electric current and which way it is flowing by moving a magnetic needle.

Example: The scientist used a galvanoscope to measure the electric current in the circuit.

gambrel

IPA: /ˈɡæmbrəl/

KK: /ˈɡæmbrəl/

noun

Definition: A type of frame used to hang animals, especially by butchers, for processing or display.

Example: The butcher used a gambrel to hang the carcass for butchering.

gamic

IPA: //ˈɡæmɪk//

KK: /ˈɡæmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to reproduction that involves the fusion of gametes, typically requiring fertilization.

Example: Many plants have gamic reproduction, which involves the joining of male and female gametes.

gamma

IPA: /ˈɡæmə/

KK: /ˈɡæmə/

adjective

Definition: This term refers to something that is third in position or relates to a specific group of closely related chemical substances.

Example: The gamma position in the molecule is crucial for its reactivity.

noun

Definition: A letter in the Greek alphabet that is also used to represent various scientific concepts, such as a unit of magnetic intensity or mass.

Example: In physics, gamma rays are a form of high-energy radiation.

ganglial

IPA: /ˈɡæŋɡliəl/

KK: /ˈgæŋɡliəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of nerve cells that work together to send signals in the body.

Example: The doctor explained that the ganglial cells are important for transmitting information in the nervous system.

ganglioside

IPA: /ˈɡæŋɡliəˌsaɪd/

KK: /ˈɡæŋɡliəˌsaɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of fat molecule that is found in the membranes of nerve cells and contains sugars, which are important for cell communication and function.

Example: Gangliosides play a crucial role in the functioning of the nervous system.

gangue

IPA: //ɡæŋ//

KK: /gæŋ/

noun

Definition: The useless rock or material that is found with valuable minerals, which does not have any economic value itself.

Example: The miners had to separate the gangue from the precious ore to extract the gold.

ganister

IPA: /ɡəˈnɪstər/

KK: /gəˈnɪstər/

noun

Definition: A type of hard rock or mixture used to line furnaces, made from quartz and clay, which can withstand high temperatures.

Example: The workers used ganister to line the furnace for better heat retention.

garboard

IPA: /ˈɡɑːrbɔrd/

KK: /ˈɡɑːrbɔrd/

noun

Definition: The strake that is located next to the bottom part of a ship's hull, specifically adjacent to the keel.

Example: The shipbuilder carefully installed the garboard to ensure the vessel's stability.

gaseity

IPA: /ɡeɪˈziːəti/

KK: /gæˈziːəti/

noun

Definition: The condition or quality of being in a gas form.

Example: The gaseity of the substance allows it to fill the entire container.

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