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Topic: Science

enantiomeric

IPA: /ɪˌnæn.tɪˈoʊ.mɛr.ɪk/

KK: /ɪˌnæn.tɪˈoʊ.mər.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a pair of molecules that are mirror images of each other but cannot be superimposed on one another.

Example: The two compounds are enantiomeric, meaning they have the same chemical formula but different spatial arrangements.

enantiomorph

IPA: /ɪˈnæn.ti.əˌmɔrf/

KK: /ɪˈnæn.ti.ə.mɔrf/

noun

Definition: A type of crystal or molecule that is a mirror image of another but not identical, affecting how they interact with light.

Example: The two enantiomorphs of the crystal rotated polarized light in opposite directions.

enantiomorphic

IPA: /ɪˌnæn.ti.əˈmɔː.fɪk/

KK: /ɪˌnæntiəˈmɔrfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or showing a relationship between two objects that are mirror images of each other.

Example: The two enantiomorphic crystals were identical in composition but differed in their spatial arrangement.

enantiomorphism

IPA: /ɪˌnæn.ti.oʊˈmɔːr.fɪ.zəm/

KK: /ɪˌnæn.ti.oʊˈmɔːr.fɪ.zəm/

noun

Definition: A term used in chemistry and biology to describe the relationship between two objects or molecules that are mirror images of each other but cannot be superimposed on one another.

Example: In chemistry, enantiomorphism is important for understanding how different molecules can interact with biological systems.

enantiomorphous

IPA: /ɪˌnæn.ti.əˈmɔːr.fəs/

KK: /ɪˌnæn.ti.əˈmɔːr.fəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to two objects that are mirror images of each other but cannot be superimposed.

Example: The two crystals are enantiomorphous, meaning they are mirror images of each other.

enate

IPA: /ɪˈneɪt/

KK: /ɪˈneɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that grows or extends outward from a central point.

Example: The enate branches of the tree spread wide across the garden.

enation

IPA: /ɪˈneɪʃən/

KK: /ɪˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A growth or projection that develops on the surface of a plant organ.

Example: The enation on the leaf helped to increase its surface area for photosynthesis.

encapsulate

IPA: /ɪnˈkæpsʊleɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈkæpsəˌleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be enclosed or contained within something, often in a protective or defined manner.

Example: The software can encapsulate data to keep it secure.

transitive verb

Definition: To enclose something in a protective or covering layer, or to summarize something in a concise way.

Example: The report encapsulates the main findings of the research in just a few paragraphs.

encapsulated

IPA: /ɪnˈkæpsʊˌleɪtɪd/

KK: /ɪnˈkæpsʊˌleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Surrounded or enclosed by a protective layer or covering.

Example: The encapsulated medicine is designed to release its ingredients slowly in the body.

encapsulation

IPA: /ˌɛn.kəˈsæp.ʃən/

KK: /ˌɛn.kəˈsæp.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of enclosing or grouping together data and methods in a single unit, often used in programming to protect the data from outside interference.

Example: Encapsulation helps to keep the data safe and secure by restricting access to it.

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