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Topic: Science

organismal

IPA: /ˌɔːrˈɡænɪzməl/

KK: /ɔrˈɡænɪzməl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to living things or organisms.

Example: The scientist studied organismal biology to understand how different species interact with their environment.

organismic

IPA: /ɔːˈɡænɪzɪk/

KK: /ɔrˈɡænɪzɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to living things or their structure and function.

Example: The organismic approach to biology emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living beings.

organochlorine

IPA: //ɔːrˈɡænəʊˌklɔːrɪn//

KK: /ɔrˈɡænəˌklɔrɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of chemical compound that contains chlorine and is often used in pesticides.

Example: Organochlorine pesticides have been banned in many countries due to their harmful effects on the environment.

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that contains carbon and chlorine, often used as pesticides.

Example: Farmers used organochlorine pesticides to protect their crops from pests.

organogenesis

IPA: /ˌɔːɡəˈnɛsɪs/

KK: /ˌɔrɡəˈnɛsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process by which organs are formed and developed in living organisms.

Example: During organogenesis, the heart and lungs begin to take shape in the developing embryo.

organoleptic

IPA: /ˌɔːɡəˈnɛlɛptɪk/

KK: /ˌɔrɡəˈnəˌlɛptɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the qualities of a substance that can be perceived by the senses, such as taste, smell, and texture.

Example: The organoleptic properties of the wine were evaluated during the tasting session.

organomercurial

IPA: /ˌɔːɡəˈnəːmɜːkjʊrɪəl/

KK: /ɔrˌgænəˈmɜrkjʊrɪəl/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that includes mercury and is based on organic chemistry.

Example: The scientist studied the effects of organomercurial compounds on aquatic life.

organometallic

IPA: /ˌɔːɡənoʊˈmɛtəlɪk/

KK: /ɔrgənəˈmɛtəlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of chemical compound that includes both organic molecules and metal atoms, particularly where a metal is directly connected to a carbon atom.

Example: Organometallic compounds are important in catalysis and organic synthesis.

organophosphate

IPA: /ˌɔːɡənoʊˈfɑːsfeɪt/

KK: /ɔrgənəˈfɑsfət/

noun

Definition: A type of chemical compound that contains phosphorus and is often used in agriculture as a pesticide or fertilizer.

Example: Farmers often use organophosphates to protect their crops from pests.

orgone

IPA: /ɔːrˈɡoʊn/

KK: /ɔrˈgoʊn/

noun

Definition: A supposed universal life force that is believed to come from all living things and can be used to improve health and well-being, according to the theories of Wilhelm Reich.

Example: Some people believe that orgone can help with emotional healing and overall wellness.

orifice

IPA: /ˈɔːrɪfɪs/

KK: /ˈɔrɪfɪs/

noun

Definition: An opening in a surface, especially one that leads to a cavity or passage in the body.

Example: The doctor examined the orifice to check for any abnormalities.

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