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Topic: Science

salvable

IPA: /ˈsæl.və.bəl/

KK: /ˈsæl.və.bəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be saved or rescued from damage or destruction.

Example: The salvable items from the wreckage were collected by the rescue team.

salvage

IPA: /ˈsæl.vɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈsæl.vɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The act of saving something from being destroyed or wasted, or the things that are saved.

Example: The salvage from the shipwreck included valuable cargo and personal belongings.

transitive verb

Definition: To save something that is damaged or discarded so it can be used again.

Example: The team worked hard to salvage the wreckage after the storm.

salvageable

IPA: /ˈsæl.vɪ.dʒə.bəl/

KK: /ˈsæl.vɪ.dʒə.bəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be saved, repaired, or rescued instead of being thrown away or replaced.

Example: The damaged furniture was still salvageable after the flood.

salvarsan

IPA: /sælˈvɑːrsən/

KK: /sælˈvɑrˌsæn/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that was used in the past to treat syphilis, made from arsenic.

Example: Doctors used salvarsan to help patients suffering from syphilis before other treatments were developed.

samarium

IPA: /səˈmɛr.i.əm/

KK: /səˈmɛr.i.əm/

noun

Definition: A shiny, silvery metal that is part of the rare-earth elements. It is used in various applications, including making strong magnets and in certain types of glass and nuclear reactors.

Example: Samarium is often used in the production of powerful permanent magnets.

samarskite

IPA: /səˈmɑːr.skaɪt/

KK: /səˈmɑrskɪt/

noun

Definition: A dark mineral that contains a mix of rare metals and oxides, often found in a black or brownish-black color.

Example: Samarskite is often used in the production of rare earth elements.

sample

IPA: /ˈsæmpl/

KK: /ˈsæmpl/

adjective

Definition: Serving as a representative or example of something.

Example: The teacher provided a sample question to help students prepare for the exam.

noun

Definition: A part or piece that represents a larger whole, often used for testing or analysis.

Example: The scientist took a sample of the water to test for pollutants.

transitive verb

Definition: To take a small part of something to test or examine it, or to use a piece of an original recording in a new one.

Example: The chef decided to sample several dishes before making a final decision.

sampling

IPA: /ˈsæmplɪŋ/

KK: /ˈsæmplɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A small part or piece taken from a larger group to represent the whole, often used in research or testing.

Example: The researchers conducted a sampling of the population to gather data for their study.

sandstone

IPA: /ˈsændˌstoʊn/

KK: /ˈsændˌstoʊn/

noun

Definition: A type of rock that is made from sand that has been pressed together and held by a natural substance, often used in building.

Example: The ancient castle was built from beautiful, golden sandstone.

sanguineous

IPA: //sæŋˈɡwɪn.i.əs//

KK: /sæŋˈɡwɪnɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is blood-red in color or related to blood.

Example: The artist used a sanguineous hue to depict the dramatic scene.

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