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Topic: Science

arthropodan

IPA: /ˌɑrθrəˈpoʊdən/

KK: /ɑrˈθrɒpədən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a large group of invertebrate animals that have jointed legs, including insects, arachnids, and crustaceans.

Example: The scientist studied the arthropodan species found in the coastal waters.

arthroscope

IPA: /ˈɑːrθrəˌskoʊp/

KK: /ˈɑrθrəˌskoʊp/

noun

Definition: A special tool used by doctors to look inside a joint, like the knee, through a small cut in the skin.

Example: The surgeon used an arthroscope to check for damage in the patient's knee joint.

arthroscopic

IPA: /ˌɑːrθrəˈskɒpɪk/

KK: /ɑrˈθrɒskəpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of surgery that uses a small camera to see inside a joint.

Example: The doctor performed an arthroscopic procedure to repair the damaged ligament.

arthroscopy

IPA: /ɑːrˈθrɒskəpi/

KK: /ɑrˈθrɒskəpi/

noun

Definition: A medical procedure that allows doctors to look inside a joint using a small camera, often to diagnose or treat problems.

Example: The doctor recommended an arthroscopy to better understand the knee injury.

arthrosis

IPA: /ɑːrˈθroʊsɪs/

KK: /ɑrˈθroʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition that affects a joint, causing it to degenerate and become painful over time.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with arthrosis after she complained of joint pain.

arthrospore

IPA: /ˈɑːrθrəspɔːr/

KK: /ˈɑrθrəˌspɔr/

noun

Definition: A type of resting cell found in some bacteria and fungi, previously thought to be a spore, that can form chains and is involved in reproduction.

Example: The arthrospores of the fungus were observed under the microscope, showing their characteristic chain formation.

artificial

IPA: /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəl/

KK: /ɑrtɪˈfɪʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Created by humans rather than occurring naturally; not genuine or real.

Example: The scientist developed an artificial intelligence program to help with data analysis.

artificially

IPA: /ˌɑːtɪˈfɪʃəli/

KK: /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not natural or genuine, often created by human effort or technology.

Example: The flowers were artificially colored to look more vibrant.

artificialness

IPA: /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃənəs/

KK: /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəlnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being made by humans rather than occurring naturally; not genuine or real.

Example: The artificialness of the decorations was evident at the party.

artiodactyl

IPA: /ˌɑːrtiˈoʊdæktɪl/

KK: /ɑrˈtiːəˌdæktɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of hoofed mammal that belongs to the order Artiodactyla, which includes animals like cows, deer, and camels, characterized by having an even number of toes on each foot.

Example: The museum has a fascinating exhibit on artiodactyls, showcasing the diversity of these hoofed mammals.

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