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Topic: Science

vibrion

IPA: /ˈvaɪbriən/

KK: /ˈvaɪbriən/

noun

Definition: A type of small, moving bacterium that can be found in various environments, often in water or organic materials.

Example: The scientist studied the vibrion under a microscope to understand its movement and behavior.

vibrionic

IPA: /vaɪˈbrɪənɪk/

KK: /vaɪˈbrɪənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or caused by bacteria from the Vibrio genus, which are often found in water and can cause infections.

Example: The doctor diagnosed the patient with a vibrionic infection after analyzing the symptoms.

vibriosis

IPA: /vɪˈbraɪoʊsɪs/

KK: /vɪˈbraɪoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: An infection caused by certain bacteria, often affecting cattle and sheep, and can lead to infertility or abortion.

Example: Vibriosis is a serious concern for farmers raising cattle and sheep due to its impact on reproduction.

vibronic

IPA: /vaɪˈbrɒnɪk/

KK: /vaɪˈbrɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to changes in the energy states of molecules that are connected to the vibrational energy of atoms.

Example: The vibronic effects in the molecule were observed during the experiment.

vicarial

IPA: /vɪˈkɛr.i.əl/

KK: /vɪˈkɛr i əl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a vicar or serving in place of someone else.

Example: The vicarial duties were shared among several clergy members.

vicariance

IPA: /vɪˈkeə.ri.əns/

KK: /vɪˈkeə.ri.əns/

noun

Definition: The process in biology where a group of organisms is divided by a physical barrier, leading to the development of new species or varieties over time.

Example: The vicariance of the species occurred when the river formed, separating the population into two distinct groups.

vicariant

IPA: /vɪˈkeə.ri.ənt/

KK: /vɪˈkeə.ri.ənt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process where species evolve due to geographical barriers that separate them.

Example: The vicariant species adapted differently to their respective environments after being separated by the mountain range.

vicinal

IPA: /ˈvɪsɪnəl/

KK: /ˈvɪsɪnəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific area or neighborhood; local, or referring to adjacent positions in a chemical structure.

Example: The vicinal groups on the benzene ring influence its chemical properties.

villiform

IPA: /ˈvɪlɪfɔrm/

KK: /ˈvɪlɪfɔrm/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or appearance similar to small, hair-like structures.

Example: The villiform structures on the surface of the fish help it to sense its environment.

villous

IPA: /ˈvɪləs/

KK: /ˈvɪləs/

adjective

Definition: Having a surface that is covered with soft, hair-like structures or projections, often found in biological contexts.

Example: The villous surface of the plant helps it absorb more moisture from the air.

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