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Topic: Science

carcinogenesis

IPA: /ˌkɑːr.sɪ.nəˈdʒɛn.ɪ.sɪs/

KK: /kɑrˌsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process by which normal cells transform into cancer cells.

Example: Research is ongoing to understand the mechanisms of carcinogenesis.

carcinogenic

IPA: //ˌkɑːrsɪˈnədʒɛnɪk//

KK: /kɑrˌsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Causing or likely to cause cancer.

Example: Some chemicals are known to be carcinogenic and should be handled with care.

carcinogenicity

IPA: /ˌkɑːrsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪsɪti/

KK: /kɑrˌsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or condition of causing cancer.

Example: The carcinogenicity of certain chemicals is a major concern for public health.

carcinoid

IPA: /ˈkɑːrsɪnɔɪd/

KK: /ˈkɑr.sɪ.nɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A small tumor that typically occurs in the digestive system and can produce hormones like serotonin.

Example: The doctor explained that the carcinoid was causing the patient's unusual symptoms.

carcinoma

IPA: /kɑːrˈsɪnəʊmə/

KK: /kɑrˈsɪnəˌmə/

noun

Definition: A type of cancer that starts in the cells of the skin or in tissues that line or cover internal organs. It can spread to other parts of the body.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with carcinoma after the biopsy results came back.

carcinomatosis

IPA: /ˌkɑːrsɪnəˈmoʊtəʊsɪs/

KK: /kɑrˌsɪnəˈmoʊtəsɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where cancerous tumors spread to various parts of the body from a primary site.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with carcinomatosis after the cancer had spread extensively.

carcinomatous

IPA: /ˌkɑːrsɪˈnɑːmətəs/

KK: /kɑrˈsɪnəˌmætəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of cancer that begins in the skin or in tissues that line or cover internal organs.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a carcinomatous condition that required immediate treatment.

cardia

IPA: /ˈkɑːrdiə/

KK: /ˈkɑrdɪə/

noun

Definition: The area where the esophagus connects to the stomach, including the upper part of the stomach near this opening.

Example: The doctor explained that the cardia is crucial for digestion as it connects the esophagus to the stomach.

cardiac

IPA: /ˈkɑːrdiæk/

KK: /ˈkɑrdiæk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the heart or its functions.

Example: The doctor specializes in cardiac health and treats patients with heart conditions.

noun

Definition: A person who has a problem or disease related to the heart.

Example: The cardiac was advised to follow a strict diet and exercise plan.

cardinality

IPA: /ˌkɑːrdɪˈnælɪti/

KK: /kɑrdɪˈnælɪti/

noun

Definition: The number of elements in a set or the relationship between sets, often used in mathematics and databases.

Example: In mathematics, the cardinality of a set can help determine its size and properties.

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