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Topic: Science

gynandromorphy

IPA: /ɡɪˌnændrəˈmɔːrfi/

KK: /gɪˌnændrəˈmɔrfi/

noun

Definition: A condition in which an organism has both male and female characteristics, often seen in certain animals.

Example: The scientist studied a rare case of gynandromorphy in butterflies, which displayed both male and female wing patterns.

gynandrous

IPA: /ɡɪˈnændrəs/

KK: /gɪˈnændrəs/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a type of flower structure where the male and female reproductive parts are joined together in a single column.

Example: The orchid is known for its gynandrous flowers, which have both male and female parts fused together.

gynecium

IPA: //ɡɪˈniːsiəm//

KK: /gɪˈniːsiəm/

noun

Definition: The female reproductive part of a flower, which includes the ovary, style, and stigma.

Example: The gynecium is essential for the reproduction of flowering plants.

gynecoid

IPA: /ˈɡaɪnəˌkɔɪd/

KK: /ˈgaɪnɪkɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of women or the female sex.

Example: The gynecoid pelvis shape is considered ideal for childbirth.

gynecologic

IPA: /ˌɡaɪnɪkəˈlɒdʒɪk/

KK: /ˌgaɪnɪkəˈlɒdʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the branch of medicine that deals with the health and diseases of women, especially those affecting the reproductive system.

Example: The gynecologic exam is an important part of women's health care.

gynecological

IPA: /ˌɡaɪnɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

KK: /gaɪnɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the branch of medicine that deals with women's reproductive health and diseases.

Example: She visited the gynecological clinic for a routine check-up.

gynecology

IPA: /ˌɡaɪnəˈkɒlədʒi/

KK: /gaɪnəˈkɒlədʒi/

noun

Definition: This is a field of medicine that focuses on women's health, particularly concerning the reproductive system and related disorders.

Example: She decided to specialize in gynecology to help women with their health issues.

gynoecium

IPA: /ɡɪˈnoʊsiəm/

KK: /gɪˈnoʊsiəm/

noun

Definition: The part of a flower that contains the female reproductive organs, including the pistils or carpels.

Example: The gynoecium is essential for the reproduction of flowering plants.

gynogenesis

IPA: /ˌdʒaɪnəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

KK: /ˌdʒaɪnəˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of reproduction where an egg develops into an embryo without being fertilized by a male sperm, resulting in offspring that have only maternal genetic material.

Example: In some species, gynogenesis allows for the production of offspring without the need for male fertilization.

gynophore

IPA: /ɡɪˈnɒfɔːr/

KK: /gɪˈnɒfər/

noun

Definition: A structure that supports the female reproductive part of a flower, known as the pistil.

Example: The gynophore of the flower helps elevate the pistil for better pollination.

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