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Topic: Science

debye

IPA: /dɪˈbaɪ/

KK: /dɪˈbaɪ/

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement for electric dipole moments, commonly used in molecular physics, equivalent to approximately 3.33564 x 10^-30 coulomb meter.

Example: The dipole moment of water is measured in debyes, indicating its polarity.

decadal

IPA: /dɪˈkɛdəl/

KK: /dɪˈkeɪdəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a period of ten years or a decade.

Example: The decadal report showed significant changes in climate patterns.

decagon

IPA: /ˈdɛkəɡɒn/

KK: /ˈdɛkəˌɡɒn/

noun

Definition: A shape that has ten sides and ten corners.

Example: The architect designed a building in the shape of a decagon.

decagram

IPA: /ˈdɛkəˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈdɛkəˌgræm/

noun

Definition: A unit of weight in the metric system that is equal to ten grams.

Example: The recipe calls for a decagram of sugar to sweeten the cake.

decahedron

IPA: /ˌdɛkəˈhiːdrən/

KK: /dɛkəˈhiːdrən/

noun

Definition: A three-dimensional shape that has ten flat surfaces or faces.

Example: The artist created a sculpture in the shape of a decahedron.

decalcification

IPA: /dɪˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /dɪˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of losing calcium from bones, teeth, or soil, which can lead to weakening or damage.

Example: Decalcification can occur if a person does not get enough calcium in their diet.

decalcify

IPA: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ/

KK: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To lose calcium or calcium compounds from a substance or body.

Example: The bones may decalcify if there is a lack of calcium in the diet.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove calcium or calcium compounds from something, such as bones or teeth.

Example: The dentist recommended a treatment to decalcify my teeth.

decalcifying

IPA: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ.ɪŋ/

KK: /dɪˈkæl.sɪ.faɪ.ɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the process of removing calcium deposits or minerals from a substance, often used in contexts like dental care or water treatment.

Example: The decalcifying solution helped restore the appliance to its original condition.

verb

Definition: To remove calcium from something, often to prevent hardening or buildup.

Example: The dentist recommended decalcifying the teeth to improve their health.

decaliter

IPA: /ˈdɛkəˌliːtə/

KK: /ˈdɛkəˌlitər/

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement for volume in the metric system, equal to ten liters.

Example: The recipe calls for a decaliter of water to make the soup.

decameter

IPA: /ˈdɛkəˌmiːtə/

KK: /dɛkəˌmiːtər/

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement in the metric system that is equal to 10 meters.

Example: The marathon course was measured to be exactly 42 decameters long.

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