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Topic: Inventions

lysogenic

IPA: /lɪˈzoʊdʒənɪk/

KK: /lɪˈzoʊdʒənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of viral infection where the virus integrates its genetic material into the host's DNA and can remain dormant before causing disease.

Example: The lysogenic cycle allows the virus to remain hidden within the host cell for a long time.

lysogenicity

IPA: /ˌlaɪzəʊdʒəˈnɪsɪti/

KK: /lɪˌzoʊdʒəˈnɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The state in which a virus is integrated into the genetic material of a host bacterium, allowing it to replicate along with the host's DNA.

Example: The lysogenicity of the bacteriophage allows it to remain dormant within the bacterial genome for extended periods.

lysogenization

IPA: //ˌlaɪsəʊdʒəˈneɪʃən//

KK: /lɪˌzoʊdʒəˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process by which a virus integrates its genetic material into the DNA of a host cell, allowing it to replicate along with the host's DNA without causing immediate harm.

Example: The lysogenization of the bacteria allowed the virus to remain dormant until conditions were favorable for activation.

lysogeny

IPA: //lɪˈzoʊdʒəni//

KK: /lɪˈzoʊdʒəni/

noun

Definition: The process where a virus's genetic material combines with a bacterium's DNA, allowing the virus to be passed on when the bacterium divides.

Example: Lysogeny allows the viral DNA to be replicated along with the host's DNA during cell division.

lysolecithin

IPA: //ˌlaɪsoʊˈlɛsɪθɪn//

KK: /lɪsəˈlɛsɪθɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of fat molecule that is made from lecithin and is involved in various biological processes.

Example: Lysolecithin plays a role in cell membrane structure and function.

lysosomal

IPA: /ˌlaɪsəˈsoʊməl/

KK: /ˌlaɪsəˈsoʊməl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to lysosomes, which are small structures within cells that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Example: The lysosomal enzymes help in digesting cellular waste.

lysosome

IPA: //ˈlaɪsəˌsoʊm//

KK: /ˈlaɪsəˌsoʊm/

noun

Definition: A small structure within cells that helps break down waste materials and cellular debris using special enzymes.

Example: Lysosomes play a crucial role in cleaning up the cell by digesting unwanted materials.

lysozyme

IPA: /ˈlaɪsəˌziːm/

KK: /ˈlaɪsəˌzim/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme found in egg whites, tears, and saliva that can break down the cell walls of some bacteria, helping to protect the body from infections.

Example: Lysozyme is important for our immune system as it helps to kill harmful bacteria in our body fluids.

macadam

IPA: //məˈkædəm//

KK: /mækəˌdæm/

noun

Definition: A type of road surface made from layers of crushed stone that are compacted together, often mixed with tar or asphalt to hold them in place.

Example: The new highway was built using macadam to ensure a smooth and durable surface.

macadamize

IPA: /ˌmækəˈdæmaɪz/

KK: /mækəˌdæmaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To build or cover a road with small stones that are tightly packed together.

Example: The workers will macadamize the new road to make it smoother for vehicles.

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