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viscoelasticity

IPA: /ˌvɪskoʊɪˈlæstɪsɪti/

KK: /vɪskoʊɪˈlæstɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a material to stretch and return to its original shape while also flowing like a liquid when force is applied.

Example: The viscoelasticity of the polymer allows it to absorb shocks and return to its original form.

viscometer

IPA: /vɪsˈkɒmɪtə/

KK: /vɪsˈkɒmɪtə/

noun

Definition: A device that measures how thick or sticky a liquid is, which is known as its viscosity.

Example: The scientist used a viscometer to determine the viscosity of the new paint.

viscometric

IPA: /vɪsˈkɒmɛtrɪk/

KK: /vɪsˈkɒmɛtrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the measurement of how thick or sticky a liquid is.

Example: The viscometric analysis helped determine the fluid's properties.

viscometry

IPA: /vɪsˈkɒmətri/

KK: /vɪsˈkɒmətri/

noun

Definition: The process of measuring how thick or sticky a liquid is.

Example: Scientists use viscometry to determine the viscosity of different fluids.

viscosimeter

IPA: /vɪsˈkɒsɪˌmɛtə/

KK: /vɪsˈkɒsɪˌmɛtər/

noun

Definition: An instrument used to measure the viscosity of a fluid, which indicates how thick or thin the fluid is.

Example: The scientist used a viscosimeter to determine the viscosity of the oil sample.

viscosity

IPA: /vɪsˈkɒsɪti/

KK: /vɪsˈkɑsɪti/

noun

Definition: The measure of a fluid's resistance to flow; it describes how thick or sticky a liquid is.

Example: Honey has a high viscosity, making it flow slowly compared to water.

visional

IPA: /ˈvɪʒənl/

KK: /ˈvɪʒənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the ability to see or the process of seeing.

Example: The artist had a visional approach to his work, focusing on how colors could evoke emotions.

vitellin

IPA: //vɪˈtɛlɪn//

KK: /vɪˈtɛlɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of protein that is present in the yolk of eggs, which provides nutrients for the developing embryo.

Example: The vitellin in the egg yolk is essential for the growth of the chick.

vitelline

IPA: //vɪˈtɛlaɪn//

KK: /vɪˈtɛl aɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling the yolk of an egg, often characterized by a yellow color.

Example: The vitelline membrane surrounds the yolk in an egg.

noun

Definition: The yellow part of an egg that provides nutrients to the developing embryo.

Example: The vitelline membrane surrounds the yolk and protects it during development.

vitellogenesis

IPA: /vɪˌtɛl.əˈdʒɛn.ɪs/

KK: /vɪˌtɛl.əˈdʒɛn.ɪs/

noun

Definition: The process of forming the yolk in an egg, which provides nutrients for the developing embryo.

Example: During vitellogenesis, the female fish produces yolk to nourish the eggs.

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