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Topic: Inventions

replicase

IPA: /ˈrɛplɪkeɪs/

KK: /ˈrɛplɪkeɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that helps create a new RNA strand by using an existing RNA strand as a template.

Example: The replicase is essential for the replication of viral RNA.

replication

IPA: /ˌrɛplɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌrɛp.lɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of making a copy or reproduction of something, often used in scientific contexts to describe how genetic material or organisms reproduce.

Example: The scientist studied the replication of DNA to understand how genes are passed on.

replicative

IPA: /ˈrɛplɪˌkeɪtɪv/

KK: /ˈrɛplɪˌkeɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of making a copy or reproducing something.

Example: The replicative process in cells is essential for growth and reproduction.

replot

IPA: /rɪˈplɒt/

KK: /rɪˈplɑt/

verb

Definition: To create a new plot or diagram based on different data or information than before.

Example: After reviewing the results, the scientist decided to replot the data for clarity.

repolarize

IPA: /ˌriːˈpɒləraɪz/

KK: /riˈpɒləraɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To return to a state where the electrical charge is balanced after being disturbed.

Example: After the nerve signal was sent, the cell needed time to repolarize before it could send another signal.

repousse

IPA: /rɪˈpuːseɪ/

KK: /rɪˈpuːseɪ/

adjective

Definition: Describing a surface that has been shaped or decorated with raised patterns by hammering or pressing from the back side.

Example: The artist created a beautiful repousse design on the metal plate.

noun

Definition: A technique in metalworking where a design is created by hammering or pressing the metal from the back to form a raised pattern on the front.

Example: The artist showcased her skills in repousse by creating intricate designs on the silver plate.

repower

IPA: /rɪˈpaʊər/

KK: /rɪˈpaʊər/

verb

Definition: To give power to something again or to replace its power source with a new one.

Example: The company decided to repower the old wind turbines with more efficient ones.

repressor

IPA: /rɪˈprɛsər/

KK: /rɪˈprɛsər/

noun

Definition: A type of protein that attaches to a specific part of DNA to prevent the production of certain proteins by blocking the process of copying DNA into RNA.

Example: The repressor protein stopped the gene from being expressed in the cell.

reproduce

IPA: //ˌriːprəˈdjuːs//

KK: /riˈpruz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To create new individuals of the same kind or to make a copy of something.

Example: Some animals can reproduce quickly in the right conditions.

transitive verb

Definition: To create something again or to make a copy of something.

Example: Scientists can reproduce the results of their experiments to verify their findings.

reproducer

IPA: /rɪˈpruːdʒər/

KK: /riˈpruːdʒər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that makes a copy or reproduction of something.

Example: The artist is a skilled reproducer of classic paintings.

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