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Topic: Science

codicology

IPA: /ˌkɒdɪˈkɒlədʒi/

KK: /kɒdɪˈkɒlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of ancient books and manuscripts, focusing on their physical characteristics and historical significance.

Example: She is pursuing a degree in codicology to better understand the history of ancient texts.

codomain

IPA: /ˈkoʊdoʊˌmeɪn/

KK: /ˈkoʊdoʊˌmeɪn/

noun

Definition: The set of all possible output values of a function, which includes the actual outputs but can also include other values that are not produced by the function.

Example: In mathematics, the codomain of a function is important for understanding its behavior and properties.

codominant

IPA: /ˌkoʊˈdɒmɪnənt/

KK: /koʊˈdɒmɪnənt/

adjective

Definition: Referring to two or more traits or species that are equally dominant or influential in a particular environment or context.

Example: In the forest, oak and pine trees are codominant, both contributing to the canopy's structure.

noun

Definition: A species that is one of the most important or characteristic members of a community in ecology.

Example: The oak tree is often considered a codominant species in many forest ecosystems.

codon

IPA: /ˈkoʊdɒn/

KK: /ˈkoʊdɒn/

noun

Definition: A group of three nucleotides in DNA or RNA that codes for a specific amino acid or signals the end of protein production.

Example: Each codon in the DNA sequence corresponds to a specific amino acid in the protein being made.

coeffect

IPA: //koʊˈɛfɛkt//

KK: /koʊˈɛfɛkt/

noun

Definition: A result or outcome that occurs as a result of two or more factors working together.

Example: The coeffect of the two medications improved the patient's condition significantly.

coefficient

IPA: /kəʊˈɛfɪʃənt/

KK: /koʊˈɛfɪʃənt/

noun

Definition: A number or symbol that is multiplied by a variable in a mathematical expression, or a constant that measures a specific property in a system.

Example: In the equation 3x + 4, the number 3 is the coefficient of x.

coelenterate

IPA: /siˈlɛntəˌreɪt/

KK: /sɪˈlɛntəˌreɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of simple animal that has a body with a central cavity and tentacles, including creatures like jellyfish and corals.

Example: Coelenterates such as jellyfish can be found in oceans all over the world.

coelenteron

IPA: //siˈlɛntərən//

KK: /sɪˈlɛntərən/

noun

Definition: A hollow space inside the body of certain simple animals, such as jellyfish and corals, where digestion occurs.

Example: The coelenteron of the jellyfish helps it digest food and circulate nutrients.

coelom

IPA: /ˈsiːləm/

KK: /ˈsiːləm/

noun

Definition: A space within the body of certain animals, created during development, that separates the digestive organs from the body wall. It is lined with a type of tissue and is important for the organization of body structures.

Example: The coelom allows for the development of complex organs in higher animals.

coelomate

IPA: //siˈloʊmeɪt//

KK: /sɪˈloʊmeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a body cavity called a coelom, which is a fluid-filled space between the digestive tract and the outer body wall in certain animals.

Example: Earthworms are examples of coelomate animals that have a true coelom.

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