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Topic: Inventions

rabbet

IPA: /ˈræbɪt/

KK: /ˈræbɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To fit together or connect using a groove or recess cut into a material, typically wood.

Example: The two pieces of wood rabbet together to create a strong joint.

noun

Definition: A groove or cut made along the edge of a piece of wood, designed to hold another piece securely in place, often used in woodworking to create joints.

Example: The carpenter used a rabbet to join the two pieces of wood together.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a groove or recess in a material, typically wood, to allow for a joint or fitting.

Example: The carpenter will rabbet the edge of the board to create a snug fit with the other piece.

racemate

IPA: //ˈreɪsɪmeɪt//

KK: /ˈræsəˌmeɪt/

noun

Definition: A mixture that contains equal amounts of two different enantiomers of a chiral molecule, resulting in no optical activity.

Example: The chemist prepared a racemate to study the properties of the compound.

racemed

IPA: //ˈreɪsiːmd//

KK: /ˈreɪsɪmd/

adjective

Definition: Arranged in a specific flower structure where flowers grow along a central stem, with the lower flowers blooming first.

Example: The plant's flowers were racemed, creating a beautiful display along the tall stalk.

racemic

IPA: /rəˈsiːmɪk/

KK: /rəˈsiːmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a chemical compound that has equal amounts of two different forms, which do not affect the direction of polarized light.

Example: The racemic mixture was used in the experiment to study its properties.

racemization

IPA: //ˌreɪsəˈmaɪzeɪʃən//

KK: /ˌreɪsəˈmaɪzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of converting a substance that has optical activity into a mixture that contains equal amounts of its two mirror-image forms.

Example: The racemization of the compound resulted in a mixture that was no longer optically active.

racemize

IPA: //ˈreɪsəˌmaɪz//

KK: /ˈreɪsəˌmaɪz/

verb

Definition: To change a substance that has two forms (enantiomers) into a mixture that contains equal amounts of both forms.

Example: The chemist needed to racemize the compound to study its properties more effectively.

racon

IPA: /ˈreɪ.kɒn/

KK: /ˈreɪ.kɒn/

noun

Definition: A type of beacon that sends a coded signal in response to radar, helping with navigation and location identification.

Example: The ship used a racon to guide its way through the foggy waters.

radiable

IPA: /ˈreɪdiəbl/

KK: /ˈreɪdiəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to allow radiant energy, like X-rays, to pass through and be examined.

Example: The radiable material was used in the experiment to observe the effects of X-rays.

radial

IPA: /ˈreɪdiəl/

KK: /ˈreɪdiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or shaped like a radius, often referring to something that spreads out from a central point.

Example: The radial design of the flower petals makes it look very symmetrical.

noun

Definition: A part that is shaped like a ray or extends outward from a center, often used in reference to tires or body parts.

Example: The mechanic explained how the radial design of the tire improves handling and stability.

radiale

IPA: //ræˈdeɪl//

KK: /ræˈdeɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of bone found in the forelimb of tetrapods, similar to the scaphoid bone in humans, which is part of the wrist structure.

Example: The radiale is an important bone in the anatomy of many animals, providing support and structure to the forelimb.

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