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Topic: Science

tabulation

IPA: /ˌtæbjʊˈleɪʃən/

KK: /tæbjuˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of organizing data into a table or chart to make it easier to read and understand.

Example: The tabulation of the survey results helped us see the trends clearly.

tabun

IPA: /ˈtæbən/

KK: /ˈtæbən/

noun

Definition: A highly toxic liquid used as a nerve agent in warfare, which can dissolve in organic solvents.

Example: The military was concerned about the potential use of tabun in the conflict.

tachinid

IPA: /tæˈkɪnɪd/

KK: /tæˈkɪnɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific family of flies known as Tachinidae, which are often parasitic and play a role in controlling pest populations.

Example: The tachinid fly is known for its role in agriculture as a natural pest controller.

noun

Definition: A type of fly that belongs to the Tachinidae family, known for its bristly appearance and often gray or black color. The larvae of these flies are commonly used to control insect pests as they are parasitic.

Example: The farmer introduced tachinids to help manage the pest population in his crops.

tachistoscope

IPA: //tæˈkɪstəˌskoʊp//

KK: /tæˈkɪstəˌskoʊp/

noun

Definition: A device that quickly shows a series of images on a screen to help study how people see, remember, and learn things.

Example: The researcher used a tachistoscope to measure how fast the participants could recognize the images.

tachyarrhythmia

IPA: /ˌtæk.i.əˈrɪð.mi.ə/

KK: /tækiəˈrɪðmiə/

noun

Definition: A condition where the heart beats very quickly and irregularly.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with tachyarrhythmia after she experienced palpitations.

tachycardia

IPA: /ˌtækɪˈkɑːrdiə/

KK: /tæˈkɪkɑrdɪə/

noun

Definition: A condition where the heart beats faster than normal, usually over 100 beats per minute in adults.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with tachycardia after she reported feeling her heart racing.

tachyon

IPA: /ˈtækiɒn/

KK: /ˈtækiˌɒn/

noun

Definition: A theoretical particle that is believed to move faster than light.

Example: Scientists are exploring the concept of tachyons to understand faster-than-light travel.

tacnode

IPA: /ˈtæknoʊd/

KK: /tæknod/

noun

Definition: A point on a curve where two parts touch or coincide, creating a singularity.

Example: The mathematician explained the concept of a tacnode in relation to the curve's behavior.

taconite

IPA: /ˈtækəˌnaɪt/

KK: /ˈtækəˌnaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of rock that contains iron and is used as a low-grade iron ore for mining.

Example: Taconite is often processed to extract iron for steel production.

tacrine

IPA: //ˈtækrin//

KK: /tæˈkrin/

noun

Definition: A medication used to help improve memory and cognitive function in people with Alzheimer's disease by increasing levels of a certain chemical in the brain.

Example: Tacrine was one of the first drugs approved for treating Alzheimer's disease.

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