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hepatotoxic

IPA: /ˌhɛpəˈtɒksɪk/

KK: /hɛpəˈtɑksɪk/

adjective

Definition: Something that is harmful or damaging to the liver.

Example: Certain medications can be hepatotoxic and may cause liver damage if taken in high doses.

hepatotoxicity

IPA: /ˌhɛpətoʊkˈsɪsɪti/

KK: /hɛpəˌtoʊkˈsɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a substance to cause harm or damage to the liver.

Example: Certain medications can lead to hepatotoxicity if taken in high doses.

heptachlor

IPA: //ˈhɛp.tə.kɔːr//

KK: /ˈhɛp.tə.kɔr/

noun

Definition: A chemical substance that was used as a pesticide and is known to be very harmful to humans and animals, often appearing as a white or tan powder.

Example: Heptachlor was banned in many countries due to its dangerous effects on health and the environment.

heptad

IPA: /ˈhɛp.tæd/

KK: /ˈhɛp.tæd/

noun

Definition: A collection or set that consists of seven items or elements.

Example: The heptad of colors in the rainbow includes red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.

heptagon

IPA: /ˈhɛp.tə.ɡɒn/

KK: /ˈhɛp.tə.ɡən/

noun

Definition: A shape that has seven straight sides and seven angles.

Example: The architect designed a heptagon for the new park entrance.

heptagonal

IPA: /hɛpˈtæɡənəl/

KK: /hɛpˈtæɡənl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a shape that has seven angles and seven sides.

Example: The architect designed a heptagonal building that stood out in the city.

heptane

IPA: //ˈhɛp.teɪn//

KK: /ˈhɛpˌteɪn/

noun

Definition: A colorless and flammable liquid made of hydrocarbons, commonly found in petroleum, used for various purposes including as a solvent and in measuring octane ratings.

Example: Heptane is often used in laboratories as a solvent for chemical reactions.

heptose

IPA: //ˈhɛp.toʊs//

KK: /ˈhɛpˌtoʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of sugar that has seven carbon atoms in its structure.

Example: Heptose is important in certain biological processes and can be found in some bacteria.

herbalism

IPA: /ˈhɜːrbəlɪzəm/

KK: /ˈhɜr.bə.lɪ.zəm/

noun

Definition: The practice or study of using plants for medicinal purposes, including growing, collecting, and distributing herbal products.

Example: Many people turn to herbalism for natural remedies to improve their health.

herbarium

IPA: /hɜːˈbɛəriəm/

KK: /hɜrˈbɛr.i.əm/

noun

Definition: A collection of dried plants that are organized and labeled for scientific study, or a place where such a collection is stored.

Example: The university's herbarium contains thousands of plant specimens from around the world.

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