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Topic: Science

habitat

IPA: /ˈhæbɪtæt/

KK: /ˈhæbɪtæt/

noun

Definition: The natural environment where a plant or animal lives and grows, or the area where a community of organisms exists.

Example: The rainforest is a rich habitat for many species of plants and animals.

habituation

IPA: /həˌbɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/

KK: /həˈbɪtʃuˌeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus after repeated exposure, leading to a decrease in response to that stimulus.

Example: After living in the city for a few months, I experienced habituation to the constant noise.

hadal

IPA: /ˈheɪdəl/

KK: /ˈhɑːdəl/

adjective

Definition: This term describes the areas of the ocean that are found at extreme depths, specifically those deeper than 6,000 meters (20,000 feet).

Example: The hadal zone is home to unique species that can survive in extreme pressure and darkness.

hadron

IPA: /ˈhædrɒn/

KK: /ˈhædrən/

noun

Definition: A type of subatomic particle that is made up of quarks and interacts through the strong force.

Example: Protons and neutrons are examples of hadrons found in the nucleus of an atom.

hadronic

IPA: /hæˈdrɒnɪk/

KK: /hæˈdrɒnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to particles called hadrons, which are made of quarks and held together by the strong force.

Example: The hadronic interactions are crucial for understanding the behavior of atomic nuclei.

hadrosaur

IPA: /ˈhædrəˌsɔr/

KK: /hædrəˌsɔr/

noun

Definition: A type of dinosaur that lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, known for its flat snout and often having a crest on its head. These dinosaurs were herbivores and walked on two legs.

Example: The hadrosaur was one of the most common dinosaurs in its time, often seen grazing in herds.

haem

IPA: /hiːm/

KK: /hɛm/

noun

Definition: A part of hemoglobin that helps carry oxygen in the blood, made of iron and a special structure called a porphyrin ring.

Example: The haem in red blood cells is essential for transporting oxygen throughout the body.

haemal

IPA: /ˈhiːməl/

KK: /ˈhɛməl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the blood or blood vessels.

Example: The haemal system is essential for transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.

haematal

IPA: //ˈhiːməˌtæl//

KK: /hɛˈmætəl/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the blood vessels or the blood itself.

Example: The haematal system plays a crucial role in transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.

haematic

IPA: /hɪˈmætɪk/

KK: /hɪˈmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is related to blood or has an effect on blood.

Example: The doctor explained the haematic properties of the new medication.

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