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Topic: Inventions

hygrograph

IPA: /haɪˈɡrɒf/

KK: /haɪˈɡrɒf/

noun

Definition: A device that automatically measures and records changes in the amount of moisture in the air.

Example: The scientist used a hygrograph to monitor humidity levels in the greenhouse.

hygrometer

IPA: /haɪˈɡrɒmɪtə/

KK: /haɪˈɡrɑːmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A device used to measure the amount of moisture in the air.

Example: The hygrometer showed that the humidity level was very high today.

hygroscopic

IPA: /haɪˈɡrɒskəpɪk/

KK: /haɪˈɡrɒskəpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Easily able to absorb moisture from the air.

Example: The hygroscopic nature of the salt caused it to clump together in the humid environment.

hygroscopicity

IPA: /haɪˌɡrɒs.pəˈsɪk.ɪ.ti/

KK: /haɪˌɡrɒs.pəˈsɪk.ɪ.ti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a substance to absorb moisture from the air.

Example: The hygroscopicity of the material makes it ideal for use in humid environments.

hypabyssal

IPA: //haɪpəˈbɪsəl//

KK: /haɪpəˈbɪsəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of rock that is formed from magma at a moderate depth beneath the Earth's surface, typically having a fine texture.

Example: The geologist studied the hypabyssal rock formations to understand their formation process.

hyperboloid

IPA: /haɪˈpɜːrbəˌlɔɪd/

KK: /haɪˈpɜr.bə.lɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of three-dimensional shape created by rotating a hyperbola around one of its axes, which can have sections that are hyperbolas, ellipses, or circles.

Example: The architect designed a building with a hyperboloid structure to enhance its aesthetic appeal.

hyperboloidal

IPA: /haɪˌpɜːrbəˈlɔɪdəl/

KK: /haɪˌpɜr bəˈlɔɪ dəl/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a hyperboloid, which is a type of surface formed by rotating a hyperbola around its axis.

Example: The architect designed the building with a hyperboloidal structure to create a unique visual effect.

hypercharge

IPA: //ˈhaɪpərˌtʃɑrdʒ//

KK: /ˈhaɪpərˌtʃɑrdʒ/

noun

Definition: A special number in physics that represents a property of certain particles, related to their electric charge and other characteristics.

Example: In particle physics, hypercharge is crucial for understanding the interactions of subatomic particles.

hypercube

IPA: //ˈhaɪpərˌkjub//

KK: /haɪpərˌkjub/

noun

Definition: A geometric shape that exists in four or more dimensions, similar to how a cube exists in three dimensions.

Example: In advanced mathematics, a hypercube is often used to illustrate concepts in higher dimensions.

hypereutectic

IPA: /haɪˈpjʊˌrɛtɪk/

KK: /haɪˈpɜrjuːˌtɛktɪk/

adjective

Definition: This term describes a mixture where one component is present in a greater amount than in a specific balanced mixture known as eutectic.

Example: The alloy was classified as hypereutectic due to its higher concentration of silicon.

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