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Topic: Science

microfossil

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌfɒs.əl/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌfɑsəl/

noun

Definition: A tiny fossil that can only be seen with a microscope, often from small organisms like pollen or single-celled creatures.

Example: Scientists discovered a microfossil that provided clues about ancient climates.

microfungus

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌfʌŋ.ɡəs/

KK: /maɪkroʊˌfʌŋɡəs/

noun

Definition: A type of fungus that is very small and can only be seen with a microscope.

Example: The scientist studied a microfungus that was found in the soil.

microgamete

IPA: //maɪkroʊˈɡæmiːt//

KK: /maɪkroʊˈɡæmiːt/

noun

Definition: The smaller type of reproductive cell that combines with a larger one during reproduction, typically found in male organisms.

Example: In many species, the microgamete is responsible for fertilizing the larger egg cell.

microgametocyte

IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.ɡəˈmiː.təˌsaɪt//

KK: /maɪkroʊˈɡæməˌtoʊsaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of cell that develops into male gametes, which are involved in reproduction.

Example: The microgametocyte is essential for the formation of sperm in certain organisms.

microgram

IPA: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A very small unit of weight that is equal to one millionth of a gram.

Example: The doctor prescribed a dosage of five micrograms of the medication.

micrograph

IPA: /ˈmaɪkrəˌɡræf/

KK: /maɪˈkrɒɡræf/

noun

Definition: A picture or drawing of something that is too small to see clearly without a microscope.

Example: The scientist examined the micrograph to study the details of the cell structure.

micrographic

IPA: /ˌmaɪ.krəˈɡrɪf.ɪk/

KK: /maɪˈkrɒɡrɪfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the use of very small images or writing, often seen in documents or images that are reduced in size for storage or display.

Example: The library uses micrographic technology to store old newspapers in a compact format.

microgravity

IPA: //ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈɡræ.vɪ.ti//

KK: /maɪkroʊˈɡrævɪti/

noun

Definition: A state where the force of gravity is very weak, often experienced in space, making objects feel weightless.

Example: Astronauts conduct experiments in microgravity to study how living organisms behave without the effects of gravity.

microhm

IPA: /ˈmaɪkroʊm/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊhm/

noun

Definition: A unit of electrical resistance equal to one millionth of an ohm.

Example: The resistance of the circuit was measured in microhms to ensure precision.

microinch

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.kroʊ.ɪnʧ/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌɪnʧ/

noun

Definition: A very small unit of length that is one millionth of an inch, often used in precision measurements.

Example: The thickness of the material was measured in microinches to ensure accuracy.

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