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Topic: Inventions

phenol

IPA: /ˈfiːnəl/

KK: /ˈfiːnɒl/

noun

Definition: A toxic, white solid substance that comes from benzene and is used in making plastics, resins, and medicines, as well as a disinfectant in small amounts.

Example: Phenol is often used in laboratories for its antiseptic properties.

phenolated

IPA: /fɛnəˈleɪtɪd/

KK: /fɛnəˌleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been treated or mixed with phenol, a type of chemical compound.

Example: The laboratory used phenolated solutions for their experiments to ensure better results.

phenolic

IPA: /fəˈnɒlɪk/

KK: /fəˈnɒlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or derived from a type of organic compound known as phenol, which is used in various chemical processes and products.

Example: The phenolic compounds in the paint help to improve its durability and resistance to moisture.

noun

Definition: A type of synthetic resin made from phenols and aldehydes, commonly used for making molded products, coatings, and adhesives.

Example: The furniture was made from a durable phenolic material that resists heat and moisture.

phenolphthalein

IPA: //fɪˈnɒlθeɪliːn//

KK: /fɪˈnɒlθeɪliːn/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is used as an indicator in acid-base reactions, turning red in basic solutions and colorless in acidic solutions. It was also used in the past as a laxative but is now considered toxic for that purpose.

Example: In the chemistry lab, we used phenolphthalein to determine the pH of the solution.

phenotype

IPA: /ˈfiːnətaɪp/

KK: /ˈfɛnəˌtaɪp/

noun

Definition: The physical and biological traits of an organism that can be seen or measured, which are influenced by both its genes and the environment.

Example: The phenotype of the plant includes its height, flower color, and leaf shape.

phenotypic

IPA: /ˌfiːnəʊˈtɪpɪk/

KK: /fɛnəˈtɪpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the observable characteristics or traits of an organism, which are influenced by both genetic and environmental factors.

Example: The phenotypic variations in the population were studied to understand how traits are inherited.

phenotypical

IPA: /ˌfiːnəʊˈtɪpɪkəl/

KK: /fɛnəˈtɪpɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.

Example: The phenotypical traits of the plant species vary significantly depending on the soil conditions.

phenoxy

IPA: /fɪˈnɒk.si/

KK: /fɪˈnɒk.si/

noun

Definition: A chemical group that comes from phenol, formed when a hydrogen atom is removed, represented by the formula C6H5O-.

Example: The phenoxy group is often used in the synthesis of various organic compounds.

phenyl

IPA: /ˈfɛnɪl/

KK: /ˈfɛnɪl/

noun

Definition: A chemical group that comes from benzene, formed by taking away one hydrogen atom, and is often used in organic chemistry.

Example: Phenyl groups are commonly found in many organic compounds.

phenylic

IPA: /ˈfɛnɪlɪk/

KK: /ˈfɛnɪlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or derived from a specific chemical group known as phenyl, which is a part of many organic compounds.

Example: The phenylic compounds are often used in various chemical reactions.

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