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Topic: Science

pyronine

IPA: //ˈpaɪrənaɪn//

KK: /ˈpaɪrəˌnaɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of red dye used mainly in biology to stain and identify certain substances, particularly RNA.

Example: The scientist used pyronine to highlight the RNA in the cell samples.

pyrope

IPA: //ˈpaɪroʊp//

KK: /ˈpaɪroʊp/

noun

Definition: A type of garnet that is deep red in color and is often used as a gemstone.

Example: She wore a beautiful necklace made of pyrope garnets.

pyrophoric

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈfɔrɪk/

KK: /ˌpaɪrəˈfɔrɪk/

adjective

Definition: A term used to describe materials that can catch fire and burn easily when exposed to air or friction.

Example: Certain metals are pyrophoric and can ignite spontaneously when they come into contact with oxygen.

pyrophosphate

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈfɒsfeɪt/

KK: /ˌpaɪrəˈfɔsfeɪt/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is a salt or an ester derived from pyrophosphoric acid, often used in various biochemical processes.

Example: The laboratory used pyrophosphate to enhance the reaction rate in the experiment.

pyrophyllite

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈfɪlaɪt/

KK: /na/

noun

Definition: A soft mineral that is usually white or greenish, made of aluminum silicate, and is often used in ceramics.

Example: The artist used pyrophyllite to create smooth surfaces on her pottery.

pyrostat

IPA: //ˈpaɪroʊˌstæt//

KK: /ˈpaɪrəˌstæt/

noun

Definition: A device that controls temperature at high levels and can trigger alarms or extinguishers when it detects fire.

Example: The pyrostat activated the fire alarm when the temperature rose too high.

pyrotechnic

IPA: /ˌpaɪəˈtɛknɪk/

KK: /paɪəˈtɛknɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to fireworks or resembling fireworks, often used to describe something that is brilliant or spectacular.

Example: The pyrotechnic display lit up the night sky with vibrant colors and dazzling effects.

noun

Definition: A substance or device that is used to create fireworks or explosions, often involving combustion.

Example: The pyrotechnic display lit up the night sky with vibrant colors and loud bangs.

pyrotechnical

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈtɛknɪkəl/

KK: /paɪəˈrɛktɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the art of making or using fireworks.

Example: The pyrotechnical display at the festival was breathtaking and filled the sky with colors.

pyrotechnician

IPA: /ˌpaɪəˈrɛktɪkən/

KK: /paɪəˈrɛktɪkən/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or manages fireworks and other explosive displays.

Example: The pyrotechnician carefully planned the fireworks show for the festival.

pyrotechnics

IPA: /ˌpaɪrəˈtɛknɪks/

KK: /paɪrəˈtɛknɪks/

noun

Definition: The art and skill of creating and using fireworks, often for displays and celebrations.

Example: The pyrotechnics at the festival lit up the night sky with colorful explosions.

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