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Topic: Science

modulo

IPA: /ˈmɒdʒ.ə.loʊ/

KK: /ˈmɒdʒəloʊ/

preposition

Definition: Used to indicate that something is being considered with certain factors or conditions excluded or adjusted.

Example: This proposal is the best so far, modulo the fact that parts of it need modification.

modulus

IPA: /ˈmɒdʒ.ʊ.ləs/

KK: /ˈmɒdʒ.əl.əs/

noun

Definition: A number or quantity that is used in mathematics and physics to express certain properties, such as the remainder in division or the absolute value of a complex number.

Example: In mathematics, the modulus of a complex number helps determine its distance from the origin in the complex plane.

mofette

IPA: /mɒˈfɛt/

KK: /mɔˈfɛt/

noun

Definition: A hole in the ground where gases like carbon dioxide come out, often found in areas with volcanic activity.

Example: The hikers were fascinated by the mofette, watching the gases rise from the earth.

moho

IPA: /ˈmoʊ.hoʊ/

KK: /ˈmoʊhoʊ/

noun

Definition: The layer that separates the Earth's crust from the mantle, found at varying depths beneath the surface.

Example: Geologists study the moho to understand the structure of the Earth.

moiety

IPA: /ˈmɔɪ.ə.ti/

KK: /ˈmɔɪ.ə.ti/

noun

Definition: A part or share of something, often referring to one of two equal portions.

Example: In the ancient tribe, the members were divided into two moieties, each with its own customs and traditions.

moisture

IPA: /ˈmɔɪs.tʃər/

KK: /ˈmɔɪsʧər/

noun

Definition: A small amount of wetness or dampness in the air or on surfaces.

Example: The moisture in the air made the day feel humid.

mol

IPA: /moʊl/

KK: /moʊl/

noun

Definition: A unit used in chemistry to measure the amount of substance, equal to the number of atoms in 12 grams of carbon-12.

Example: In chemistry class, we learned that one mole of a substance contains approximately 6.022 x 10^23 particles.

molal

IPA: /moʊˈlæl/

KK: /moʊˈlæl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a solution that has one mole of a substance dissolved in one thousand grams of another substance, usually a liquid.

Example: The chemist prepared a molal solution for the experiment.

molality

IPA: /məˈlæl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /moʊˈlæləti/

noun

Definition: A measure of the concentration of a solute in a solution, defined as the number of moles of solute per kilogram of solvent.

Example: The chemist calculated the molality of the solution to determine how much solute was present.

molar

IPA: /ˈmoʊlər/

KK: /ˈmoʊlər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the molars, which are the large teeth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.

Example: The dentist explained that molar teeth are important for chewing.

noun

Definition: A type of tooth that has a wide surface and is used for grinding food, typically found at the back of the mouth behind other types of teeth.

Example: The dentist said I need to get my molar checked because it hurts when I eat.

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