IPA: /ˈɒlɪɡəʊkleɪz/
KK: /ˈɑlɪɡoʊˌkleɪs/
Definition: A type of mineral that is part of the plagioclase series, commonly found in igneous rocks.
Example: Oligoclase is often used in the study of geological formations due to its unique properties.
IPA: /ˌɒlɪɡənˈdrəʊsaɪt/
KK: /ˌɑlɪɡoʊˈdɛnˌdroʊsaɪt/
Definition: A type of cell in the nervous system that helps produce a protective covering called myelin around nerve fibers.
Example: Oligodendrocytes play a crucial role in the functioning of the central nervous system by insulating nerve cells.
IPA: /ˈɒlɪɡəʊmə/
KK: /ˈɑlɪˌɡoʊmɚ/
Definition: A type of polymer made up of a small number of repeating units called monomers, typically two to four.
Example: The scientist studied the properties of an oligomer to understand its behavior in chemical reactions.
IPA: /ˌɒlɪˈɡɒmərɪk/
KK: /ɑˈlɪɡəˌmɛrɪk/
Definition: Relating to a type of molecule that consists of a small number of repeating units or monomers.
Example: The researchers studied the oligomeric structure of the protein to understand its function better.
IPA: /ˌɒlɪɡəˈmɛrɪzeɪʃən/
KK: /ɑˌlɪɡəˌmɛrɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition: The process of forming a compound made up of a small number of repeating units, typically from simpler molecules.
Example: Oligomerization is an important step in the production of certain plastics.
IPA: /ˌoʊlɪɡəˈnukliəˌtaɪd/
KK: /ˌoʊlɪgoʊˈnukleətaɪd/
Definition: A short chain made up of a few nucleotides, which are the building blocks of DNA and RNA.
Example: Researchers used an oligonucleotide to help identify the genetic sequence.
IPA: /ˈɒlɪvaɪn/
KK: /ˈɑːlɪvaɪn/
Definition: A greenish mineral made of silicate that contains iron and magnesium, commonly found in certain types of rocks and used in construction materials.
Example: Olivine is often used in the production of refractory materials due to its high melting point.
IPA: /oʊˈmeɪɡə/
KK: /oʊˈmeɪɡə/
Definition: The last letter of the Greek alphabet, often used to signify the end or the last in a series.
Example: In mathematics, the symbol omega is often used to represent the limit of a sequence.
IPA: /ˌɒməˈtɪdiəl/
KK: /ɑːˈmætɪdiəl/
Definition: Relating to the individual units of the compound eyes found in some insects and crustaceans.
Example: The ommatidial structure allows insects to have a wide field of vision.
IPA: /ɒməˈtɪdiəm/
KK: /ɑːˈmætɪdiəm/
Definition: A small unit that resembles a simple eye, which is part of the compound eye found in insects and some other arthropods.
Example: The ommatidia in a fly's eye allow it to see a wide field of view.
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