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Topic: Science

anther

IPA: /ˈænθər/

KK: /ˈænθər/

noun

Definition: The part of a flower's stamen that produces and holds pollen, typically found at the end of a stalk.

Example: The anther of the flower released pollen into the air.

antherid

IPA: /ˈænθərɪd/

KK: /ˈænθərɪd/

noun

Definition: A male reproductive structure in certain plants, such as mosses and ferns, that produces sperm cells.

Example: The antherid is essential for the reproduction of many non-flowering plants.

antheridial

IPA: //ænˈθɛrɪdiəl//

KK: /ænθəˈrɪdiəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or produced in a specific structure in plants that produces male gametes.

Example: The antheridial structures are essential for the reproduction of certain plants.

antheridium

IPA: //ænˈθɛrɪdiəm//

KK: /ænˈθɛrɪdiəm/

noun

Definition: A part of certain plants, fungi, and algae that produces male gametes for reproduction.

Example: The antheridium is essential for the reproduction of many non-flowering plants.

anthocyanin

IPA: /ˌæn.θoʊˈsaɪ.ə.nɪn/

KK: /ænθoʊˈsaɪənɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of pigment found in plants that can create colors like blue, purple, and red in flowers and other parts.

Example: The vibrant colors of the flowers are due to the presence of anthocyanin.

anthophyllite

IPA: /ˌænθəˈfɪlaɪt/

KK: /ænˈθɑfɪˌlaɪt/

noun

Definition: A dark brown mineral that is part of the amphibole group, made mostly of silicate, iron, and magnesium, and can appear in fibrous or layered forms.

Example: Anthophyllite is often found in metamorphic rocks and can be used in some industrial applications.

anthozoan

IPA: //ænˈθoʊzoʊən//

KK: /ænˈθoʊzoʊən/

noun

Definition: A type of marine animal that includes corals and sea anemones, which can live alone or in groups and have a body structure with radial symmetry.

Example: The reef was full of colorful anthozoans, providing a habitat for many fish species.

anthracene

IPA: //ænˈθreɪsiːn//

KK: /ænˈθreɪsiːn/

noun

Definition: A solid, crystalline substance made of carbon, derived from coal tar, that is used to create dyes and other organic chemicals.

Example: Anthracene is often used in the production of blue and green dyes.

anthracite

IPA: /ˈænθrəˌsaɪt/

KK: /ˈænθrəˌsaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of coal that is very hard, shiny, and has a high carbon content. It burns cleanly and produces a lot of heat.

Example: The power plant uses anthracite to generate electricity due to its high energy output.

anthracitic

IPA: /ˌæn.θrəˈsɪt.ɪk/

KK: /ænˈθræːsɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or made from a type of coal that is hard and has a high carbon content, known for burning cleanly and efficiently.

Example: The anthracitic coal is often used for heating because it produces very little smoke.

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