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Topic: Science

algicidal

IPA: //ælˈdʒɪsɪdəl//

KK: /ælˈdʒɪsɪdəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a substance or method that kills algae.

Example: The algicidal treatment effectively reduced the algae growth in the pond.

algicide

IPA: //ælˈdʒɪˌsaɪd//

KK: /ælˈdʒɪˌsaɪd/

noun

Definition: A chemical that is used to eliminate or control the growth of algae in water.

Example: The pond was treated with an algicide to prevent the growth of harmful algae.

algidity

IPA: /ælˈdʒɪdəti/

KK: /ælˈdʒɪdəti/

noun

Definition: The condition of being cold or chilly.

Example: The algidity of the water made it uncomfortable for swimming.

algin

IPA: /ˈæl.dʒɪn/

KK: /ˈælɡɪn/

noun

Definition: A substance obtained from certain types of brown seaweed, used in many products to help thicken, stabilize, or emulsify mixtures.

Example: The ice cream was made creamier by the addition of algin as a thickening agent.

alginate

IPA: /ˈæl.dʒɪ.neɪt/

KK: /ˈæl.dʒɪ.neɪt/

noun

Definition: A substance derived from seaweed that is used in food and other products, often as a thickener or stabilizer.

Example: Sodium alginate is often used as a thickening agent in food products.

algoid

IPA: /ˈælɡɔɪd/

KK: /ˈælɡɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or similar to a type of simple plant that grows in water, often green and slimy.

Example: The algoid structures in the water were a sign of a healthy ecosystem.

algological

IPA: /ˌæl.ɡəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

KK: /ælˈgɑlədʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of algae.

Example: The algological studies conducted in the lab revealed new insights into the behavior of algae.

algologist

IPA: //ælˈɡɒlədʒɪst//

KK: /ælˈgɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies algae, which are simple plants that grow in water and can be found in various environments.

Example: The algologist conducted research on the effects of pollution on local algae populations.

algology

IPA: /ælˈɡɒlədʒi/

KK: /ælˈgɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of algae, which are simple, typically aquatic organisms that can perform photosynthesis.

Example: The research team focused on algology to better understand the ecological impact of algae blooms.

algor

IPA: /ˈælɡər/

KK: /ˈælɡər/

noun

Definition: A state of being cold or chilly.

Example: The algor of the winter night made everyone seek warmth by the fire.

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