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Topic: Science

asymmetrical

IPA: /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

KK: /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Not having equal or identical parts on both sides; lacking symmetry.

Example: The artist created an asymmetrical design that drew attention to its unique shape.

asymmetrically

IPA: //eɪˈsɪmɛtrɪkli//

KK: /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not the same on both sides or not equal in size, shape, or arrangement.

Example: The two sides of the sculpture were asymmetrically designed to create a unique visual effect.

asymmetry

IPA: /æˈsɪmɛtri/

KK: /æˈsɪmɪtri/

noun

Definition: A condition where two sides or parts are not equal or balanced, leading to an uneven appearance or structure.

Example: The artist used asymmetry in her design to create a more dynamic and interesting composition.

asymptote

IPA: /ˈæs.ɪm.təʊt/

KK: /ˈæsɪmˌtoʊt/

noun

Definition: A line that gets closer and closer to a curve but never actually touches it, even as the curve extends infinitely.

Example: In mathematics, an asymptote is used to describe the behavior of a curve as it approaches a line.

asymptotic

IPA: /ˌæsɪmˈtɒtɪk/

KK: /æˌsɪmpˈtɒtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a line that a curve approaches as it heads towards infinity, but never actually touches.

Example: The function has an asymptotic behavior as it approaches the value of zero.

asymptotically

IPA: /ˌæsɪmpˈtɒtɪkli/

KK: /æˌsɪmpˈtɒtɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that approaches a limit but never actually reaches it, often used in mathematics and statistics.

Example: The function behaves asymptotically as it approaches infinity.

asynapsis

IPA: /əˈsɪnæpsɪs/

KK: /əˈsɪnəpsɪs/

noun

Definition: The inability of similar chromosomes to connect with each other during the process of cell division that leads to the formation of gametes.

Example: Asynapsis can lead to genetic abnormalities in the offspring.

asynchronism

IPA: /eɪˈsɪŋkrənɪzəm/

KK: /eɪˈsɪŋkrənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A situation where events do not happen at the same time or in sync with each other.

Example: The asynchronism in the data processing caused delays in the final report.

asynchrony

IPA: /eɪˈsɪŋkrəni/

KK: /eɪˈsɪŋkrəni/

noun

Definition: The condition where things do not happen at the same time or are not coordinated with each other.

Example: The asynchrony in the data processing caused delays in the final report.

atabrine

IPA: //əˈtæb.riːn//

KK: /əˈtæb.riːn/

noun

Definition: A trade name for a medication used to treat certain infections and diseases, particularly malaria.

Example: During World War II, atabrine was commonly used to prevent malaria in soldiers.

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