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thermomagnetic

IPA: /ˌθɜːrmoʊməˈɡnɛtɪk/

KK: /θɜrmoʊməˈɡnɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to effects that happen when a material is in both a temperature difference and a magnetic field.

Example: The thermomagnetic properties of the material were studied to improve its efficiency in energy applications.

thermometer

IPA: /θərˈmɒmɪtə/

KK: /θərˈmɑːmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A tool used to measure how hot or cold something is, usually with a glass tube that contains a liquid that moves up or down depending on the temperature.

Example: The doctor used a thermometer to check my temperature when I was feeling sick.

thermometric

IPA: /θɜːrˈmɒmɛtrɪk/

KK: /θɜrˈmɒmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the measurement of temperature or using a thermometer.

Example: The thermometric readings indicated a significant drop in temperature overnight.

thermometry

IPA: /θərˈmɒmətri/

KK: /θɜːrˈmɒmətri/

noun

Definition: The process or science of measuring temperature.

Example: Thermometry is essential in many scientific experiments to ensure accurate temperature readings.

thermonuclear

IPA: /ˌθɜːrmoʊˈnjuːklər/

KK: /ˌθɜrmoʊˈnjuːklər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involving the fusion of atomic nuclei at very high temperatures, often used in the context of atomic weapons or reactions.

Example: The scientists conducted experiments on thermonuclear reactions to understand energy production in stars.

thermophile

IPA: /ˈθɜːrməfaɪl/

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌfaɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of organism that grows well in high temperatures, often found in extreme environments.

Example: Thermophiles are used in biotechnology because they can survive and function at temperatures that would kill most other organisms.

thermophilic

IPA: /θɜːrˈmoʊfɪlɪk/

KK: /θɜrˈmoʊfɪlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing organisms that thrive in high-temperature environments, such as certain types of bacteria that need heat to grow and develop properly.

Example: Thermophilic bacteria are often found in hot springs and can survive extreme heat.

thermopile

IPA: /ˈθɜːrməˌpaɪl/

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌpaɪl/

noun

Definition: A device made up of several thermocouples that work together to measure temperature or produce electricity.

Example: The engineer installed a thermopile to monitor the temperature changes in the system.

thermoplastic

IPA: /θɜːrməˈplæstɪk/

KK: /ˈθɜrməˌplæstɪk/

adjective

Definition: A type of material that becomes soft when heated and hard when cooled, allowing it to be shaped and reshaped multiple times.

Example: The manufacturer used a thermoplastic material to create flexible and durable products.

noun

Definition: A type of plastic that becomes soft when heated and hardens when cooled, allowing it to be shaped and reshaped multiple times.

Example: The manufacturer used a thermoplastic to create flexible and durable components for the product.

thermoreceptor

IPA: /ˌθɜːrməˈrɛsɪptər/

KK: /ˌθɜrməˈrɛsɪptər/

noun

Definition: A type of sensory cell that detects changes in temperature, responding to heat and cold.

Example: The thermoreceptor in your skin helps you feel when something is hot or cold.

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