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Topic: Science

trisoctahedron

IPA: /trɪˌsoʊkˈteɪdrən/

KK: /trɪˌsoʊkˈtæhɪdrən/

noun

Definition: A three-dimensional shape that has 24 equal flat surfaces, with each group of three surfaces corresponding to one surface of an octahedron.

Example: The trisoctahedron is an interesting shape studied in geometry and crystallography.

trisome

IPA: /ˈtraɪsoʊm/

KK: /ˈtraɪsoʊm/

noun

Definition: A type of chromosome that appears three times in a cell instead of the normal two copies.

Example: In some genetic disorders, individuals may have a trisome, leading to various health issues.

trisomic

IPA: //trɪˈsoʊmɪk//

KK: /trɪˈsoʊmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a condition where there are three copies of a specific chromosome in each body cell instead of the normal two copies.

Example: The trisomic condition can lead to various developmental issues.

trisomy

IPA: //ˈtraɪsəmi//

KK: /trɪˈsoʊmi/

noun

Definition: A genetic condition where a person has three copies of a specific chromosome instead of the usual two, which can lead to various health issues.

Example: Trisomy 21 is commonly known as Down syndrome and is characterized by an extra chromosome.

tristearin

IPA: //trɪsˈtɪərɪn//

KK: /trɪsˈtɪrɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of fat that can form crystals, made from stearic acid, and is commonly found in hard fats.

Example: Tristearin is often used in the production of candles and soaps due to its solid form at room temperature.

tristimulus

IPA: /trɪˈstɪmələs/

KK: /trɪˈstɪmələs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the values that represent the amounts of red, green, and blue light needed to create a specific color when combined.

Example: The tristimulus values are essential for accurate color reproduction in digital displays.

noun

Definition: A group of three different signals or inputs, often referring to the primary colors used in color vision, which are red, green, and blue.

Example: The tristimulus values help in accurately reproducing colors on digital screens.

trisubstituted

IPA: //trɪsəˈbstɪtʃuːtɪd//

KK: /trɪsəbˈstɪtʃuːtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having three different or identical groups attached to a central atom in a molecule.

Example: The compound is trisubstituted, meaning it has three different groups attached to the carbon atom.

trisulfide

IPA: //trɪˈsʌlfaɪd//

KK: /trɪˈsʌlfaɪd/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that includes three sulfur atoms in its structure.

Example: Trisulfide is often used in various industrial applications due to its unique properties.

triter

IPA: /ˈtraɪtər/

KK: /traɪtər/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is unoriginal or lacking in freshness, often because it has been used too much.

Example: The movie was criticized for its triter plot, which offered nothing new to the audience.

tritiated

IPA: /trɪˈtiːeɪtɪd/

KK: /trɪˈtiːeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a substance that has had some of its regular hydrogen replaced with a heavier form called tritium.

Example: The researchers used tritiated water in their experiments to trace the movement of water in the environment.

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