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Topic: Inventions

synaptosomal

IPA: /sɪˈnæptəˌsoʊməl/

KK: /sɪˈnæptəˌsoʊməl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific part of a nerve cell that is involved in transmitting signals between neurons.

Example: The researchers studied the synaptosomal components to understand how signals are transmitted in the brain.

synaptosome

IPA: /sɪˈnæptəˌsoʊm/

KK: /sɪˈnæptəˌsoʊm/

noun

Definition: A small structure formed from nerve endings at a connection point between nerve cells, which stays intact after the nerve tissue is broken down.

Example: Researchers studied the synaptosome to understand how nerve signals are transmitted.

synchromesh

IPA: /ˈsɪŋkrəʊmɛʃ/

KK: /sɪŋkrəʊmɛʃ/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a mechanism that allows for smooth gear shifting in vehicles by synchronizing the speeds of the gears before they engage.

Example: The car is equipped with a synchromesh transmission for easier gear changes.

noun

Definition: A type of gear system in vehicles that allows for smooth shifting by synchronizing the speeds of the gears before they engage.

Example: The car's synchromesh system makes it easier to change gears without grinding.

synchrotron

IPA: /ˈsɪŋkrəˌtrɒn/

KK: /sɪŋkrəˌtrɒn/

noun

Definition: A type of machine that accelerates charged particles to very high speeds in a circular path using electric and magnetic fields.

Example: The researchers used the synchrotron to conduct experiments on the properties of materials at the atomic level.

syncytial

IPA: /sɪnˈsɪʃəl/

KK: /sɪnˈsɪʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of tissue formed from the fusion of multiple cells, which share a common cytoplasm and are not separated by cell membranes.

Example: The syncytial structure of the muscle tissue allows for coordinated contractions.

synergia

IPA: /sɪˈnɜr dʒə/

KK: /sɪˈnɜr dʒə/

noun

Definition: A term that refers to the combined effect or cooperation of different elements that produces a greater result than the sum of their individual effects.

Example: The synergia between the two teams led to a successful project outcome.

synergid

IPA: /ˈsɪnərdʒɪd/

KK: /ˈsɪnərdʒɪd/

noun

Definition: A small cell located near the egg in the embryo sac of a flowering plant, playing a role in fertilization.

Example: The synergid cells help guide the pollen tube to the egg cell during fertilization.

synergism

IPA: /ˈsɪnərˌdʒɪzəm/

KK: /sɪˈnɜrˌdʒɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The interaction of different elements or agents that produces a combined effect greater than the sum of their individual effects.

Example: The synergism between the two drugs resulted in a much stronger effect than either drug alone.

synergist

IPA: /ˈsɪnərdʒɪst/

KK: /ˈsɪnərdʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that works together with others to produce a greater effect or enhance the effectiveness of an active agent.

Example: The synergist in the team helped to improve the overall performance of the project.

synergistic

IPA: /ˌsɪn.ərˈdʒɪs.tɪk/

KK: /sɪˈnɜr.dʒɪs.tɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the combined effect of two or more elements that is greater than the sum of their individual effects.

Example: The synergistic approach of the two companies led to innovative solutions that neither could have achieved alone.

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