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Topic: Inventions

pyric

IPA: /ˈpaɪrɪk/

KK: /ˈpaɪrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resulting from fire or burning.

Example: The pyric effects of the wildfire were devastating to the forest.

pyridic

IPA: //pɪˈrɪdɪk//

KK: /pɪˈrɪdɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a chemical compound called pyridine or its related substances.

Example: The scientist studied the pyridic properties of the new compound.

pyrimidine

IPA: //pɪˈrɪmɪdiːn//

KK: /pɪˈrɪmɪdiːn/

noun

Definition: A type of organic compound that has a single ring structure and contains nitrogen. It is important in biology as it forms part of DNA and RNA, specifically in the bases uracil, cytosine, and thymine.

Example: Pyrimidine is essential for the synthesis of nucleic acids in living organisms.

pyrite

IPA: //ˈpaɪraɪt//

KK: /ˈpaɪraɪt/

noun

Definition: A common mineral that is made of iron and sulfur, known for its shiny, metallic yellow appearance, often called 'fool's gold' because it looks like gold.

Example: The geologist found a large piece of pyrite while exploring the cave.

pyritic

IPA: //paɪˈrɪtɪk//

KK: /paɪˈrɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing a type of mineral known as pyrite, which is often called fool's gold due to its metallic luster and pale brass-yellow hue.

Example: The geologist examined the pyritic rocks for signs of gold deposits.

pyritize

IPA: //ˈpaɪrɪtaɪz//

KK: /pɪˈraɪtaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To change something into a type of mineral called pyrite, which is often known as fool's gold due to its shiny, metallic appearance.

Example: The geologist aimed to pyritize the sample to study its properties.

pyritous

IPA: //ˈpaɪrɪtəs//

KK: /pɪˈraɪtəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or containing pyrite, a mineral also known as fool's gold, which has a metallic luster and a pale brass-yellow hue.

Example: The geologist noted that the rock sample was pyritous, indicating the presence of pyrite within it.

pyrocatechol

IPA: //ˌpaɪroʊˈkeɪtʃoʊl//

KK: /paɪroʊˈkeɪtʃoʊl/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that has two hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring, often found in certain types of tar.

Example: Pyrocatechol is used in various chemical reactions and applications in laboratories.

pyroelectric

IPA: /ˌpaɪroʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

KK: /paɪroʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a material that generates an electric charge in response to a change in temperature.

Example: The pyroelectric sensor detects changes in heat and converts them into electrical signals.

noun

Definition: A material that generates an electric charge in response to a change in temperature.

Example: The scientist studied the properties of a pyroelectric material for use in sensors.

pyroelectricity

IPA: /ˌpaɪroʊɪˈlɛktrɪsɪti/

KK: /paɪroʊɪˈlɛktrɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The production of electric charge in certain materials when they are heated or cooled.

Example: Pyroelectricity is used in some sensors to detect changes in temperature.

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