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Topic: Science

bromination

IPA: //ˌbroʊməˈneɪʃən//

KK: /broʊməˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A chemical process that adds a bromine atom to a molecule or compound.

Example: The bromination of the organic compound improved its reactivity.

bromine

IPA: /ˈbroʊmiːn/

KK: /ˈbroʊmiːn/

noun

Definition: A reddish-brown liquid element that is nonmetallic and has a strong, irritating smell. It is used in various applications like making gasoline additives, dyes, and chemicals for photography.

Example: Bromine is often used in the production of flame retardants.

bromism

IPA: /ˈbroʊmɪzəm/

KK: /ˈbroʊmɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A harmful health condition that occurs from using too many bromide compounds over a long time, leading to symptoms like confusion, poor muscle control, and skin problems.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with bromism after she reported feeling confused and uncoordinated.

bromize

IPA: //ˈbroʊmaɪz//

KK: /ˈbroʊmaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To prepare or treat something using bromine, a chemical element.

Example: The chemist decided to bromize the solution to enhance its properties.

bromo

IPA: //ˈbroʊmoʊ//

KK: /ˈbroʊmoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of medicine that is used to relieve headaches and also acts as an antacid to help with stomach issues.

Example: After taking a bromo, I felt my headache start to fade away.

bromocriptine

IPA: //broʊmoʊˈkrɪptiːn//

KK: /broʊmoʊˈkrɪpˌtiːn/

noun

Definition: A medication that acts like dopamine to reduce the secretion of a hormone called prolactin. It is used to treat conditions like Parkinson's disease and certain types of abnormal milk production.

Example: The doctor prescribed bromocriptine to help manage her symptoms of Parkinson's disease.

bromouracil

IPA: //ˌbroʊmoʊˈjʊrəsɪl//

KK: /ˌbroʊmoʊˈjʊrəsɪl/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is a modified form of uracil, containing bromine, and is known to cause mutations. It acts similarly to thymine in DNA pairing with adenine and occasionally with guanine.

Example: Researchers studied the effects of bromouracil on DNA replication in their experiments.

bronchial

IPA: /ˈbrɒŋkiəl/

KK: /ˈbrɒŋkiəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the air passages that branch from the trachea into the lungs.

Example: The doctor examined the bronchial tubes to check for any signs of infection.

bronchially

IPA: /ˈbrɒŋkiəli/

KK: /ˈbrɒŋkiəli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner related to the bronchial tubes, which are the air passages that lead from the trachea to the lungs.

Example: The doctor explained how the infection affected the lungs bronchially.

bronchiectasis

IPA: //ˌbrɒŋkiˈɛktəsɪs//

KK: /brɔŋkiˈɛktəsɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where the bronchial tubes in the lungs become permanently widened, leading to breathing difficulties and increased risk of infections.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with bronchiectasis after reviewing her symptoms and medical history.

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