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Topic: Inventions

invertin

IPA: /ɪnˈvɜːrtɪn/

KK: /ɪnˈvɜrtɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that changes a sugar into an invert sugar, which is a mixture of glucose and fructose.

Example: Invertin is used in the food industry to create sweeter syrups from sugar.

invertor

IPA: /ɪnˈvɜːrtər/

KK: /ɪnˈvɜrtər/

noun

Definition: A device or muscle that turns something inward or reverses its position.

Example: The invertor in the machine allows it to change direction easily.

inviscid

IPA: /ɪnˈvɪsɪd/

KK: /ɪnˈvɪsɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a fluid that does not have any resistance to flow, meaning it can move without any internal friction.

Example: In fluid dynamics, we often study inviscid flows to simplify the analysis of fluid motion.

invisibility

IPA: /ɪnˈvɪzəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ɪnˈvɪzəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The condition of not being able to be seen or noticed by others.

Example: The superhero had the power of invisibility, allowing him to move without being detected.

involucrum

IPA: /ɪnˈvɒl.jʊ.kɹəm/

KK: /ɪnˈvɒl.jʊ.krəm/

noun

Definition: A covering or protective layer that surrounds something, often found in biological or anatomical contexts.

Example: The involucrum is an important structure in the development of certain types of plants.

inweave

IPA: /ɪnˈwiːv/

KK: /ɪnˈwiːv/

transitive verb

Definition: To combine different elements together by weaving them into a fabric or design.

Example: The artist decided to inweave various colors into her tapestry to create a unique pattern.

inwrap

IPA: /ɪnˈræp/

KK: /ɪnˈræp/

verb

Definition: To wrap something completely or to cover it entirely.

Example: She decided to inwrap the gift in colorful paper before giving it to her friend.

iodate

IPA: /ˈaɪ.oʊ.deɪt/

KK: /ˈaɪoʊdeɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of salt that comes from iodic acid, containing the ion IO.

Example: The chemist prepared an iotate solution for the experiment.

transitive verb

Definition: To treat or combine something with iodine, often for preservation or disinfection purposes.

Example: The laboratory technician will iodate the solution to ensure it is safe for use.

iodation

IPA: /aɪˈoʊdeɪʃən/

KK: /aɪˈoʊdeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process in chemistry where iodine is incorporated into a compound, such as when making iodo-benzene from benzene.

Example: The iodation of benzene is an important reaction in organic chemistry.

iodic

IPA: /aɪˈoʊdɪk/

KK: /aɪˈoʊdɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to iodine or its compounds, particularly those where iodine has a valency of five.

Example: The chemist studied the properties of iodic acid in the laboratory.

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