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Topic: Science

goethite

IPA: /ˈɡoʊəˌtaɪt/

KK: /ˈgō-ə-ˌtīt/

noun

Definition: A mineral that is red, yellow, or brown, made of iron and hydrogen oxide, and is often found in rust.

Example: Goethite is often found in soils and is a common component of rust.

goitred

IPA: /ˈɡɔɪtərd/

KK: /ˈɡɔɪtərd/

adjective

Definition: Having a swelling in the neck caused by an enlarged thyroid gland.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a goitred condition after examining her neck.

goitrogen

IPA: /ˈɡɔɪtrədʒən/

KK: /ˈɡɔɪtrədʒən/

noun

Definition: A substance that can cause the enlargement of the thyroid gland, known as goiter, often found in certain foods or chemicals.

Example: Certain vegetables, like kale and cabbage, contain goitrogens that can affect thyroid function.

goitrogenic

IPA: /ˌɡɔɪtəˈrɛdʒɪk/

KK: /gɔɪtəˈrɛdʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances that can cause the enlargement of the thyroid gland.

Example: Certain foods, like cabbage and soy, are considered goitrogenic because they can affect thyroid function.

goitrous

IPA: /ˈɡɔɪtrəs/

KK: /ˈɡɔɪtrəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a swelling in the neck caused by an enlarged thyroid gland.

Example: The doctor explained that the goitrous condition could be treated with medication.

goldstone

IPA: //ˈɡoʊldstoʊn//

KK: /ˈɡoʊldstoʊn/

noun

Definition: A type of glass or stone that has shiny, gold-colored particles in it, often used in jewelry and decorative items.

Example: She wore a beautiful necklace made of goldstone that sparkled in the sunlight.

gonad

IPA: /ˈɡoʊnæd/

KK: /ˈɡoʊnæd/

noun

Definition: A part of an animal's body that makes reproductive cells, like eggs or sperm.

Example: The gonads are essential for reproduction in many animals.

gonadal

IPA: /ɡəˈnædəl/

KK: /gəˈnædəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the reproductive organs that produce gametes, such as ovaries in females and testes in males.

Example: The study focused on the gonadal hormones and their effects on behavior.

gonadectomy

IPA: //ɡoʊˈnædɛkˌtɔmi//

KK: /gəˈnædɛkˌtɑmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove one or both reproductive glands, which can be either ovaries in females or testes in males.

Example: The doctor explained that a gonadectomy might be necessary for the patient's treatment.

gonadotrophic

IPA: /ˌɡoʊnədoʊˈtrɒfɪk/

KK: /gəˌnædəˈtroʊfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or promoting the activity of the reproductive glands in the body.

Example: The doctor explained how gonadotrophic hormones play a crucial role in reproduction.

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