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Topic: Science

heterogony

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒɡəni/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɔgəni/

noun

Definition: A condition where there are two or more types of flowers that differ in the length of their reproductive parts, or the alternation between male and female generations in certain species.

Example: The plant exhibits heterogony, showing different flower types with varying stamen and pistil lengths.

heterograft

IPA: /ˈhɛtərəʊɡræft/

KK: /ˈhɛtərəˌgræft/

noun

Definition: A type of tissue transplant where the tissue comes from a different species than the one receiving it.

Example: The surgeon used a heterograft to repair the damaged tissue in the patient.

heterokaryon

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈkɛriən/

KK: /hɛtəroʊˈkɛriən/

noun

Definition: A type of cell that has two or more nuclei that are genetically different from each other.

Example: In certain fungi, a heterokaryon can form when two different strains fuse together.

heterokaryotic

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈkɛriˌɑtɪk/

KK: /hɛtərəˈkɛriˌɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to cells that have two or more genetically different nuclei within the same cell.

Example: The research focused on heterokaryotic cells to understand genetic diversity.

heterologous

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒlɒgəs/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑlɪgəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or derived from a different species or type, often used in biological contexts to describe cells or tissues that are not identical or normally found in a specific area.

Example: The researchers used a heterologous graft to study the effects of the new treatment.

heterologously

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒlɪkli/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑlɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is different or not similar to what is usual or expected.

Example: The cells were cultured heterologously to study their behavior in different environments.

heterolysis

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒlɪsɪs/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑlɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: The process where a compound breaks down into two oppositely charged particles or ions, often involving the action of enzymes or lysins from a different species.

Example: Heterolysis is an important reaction in organic chemistry that leads to the formation of ion pairs.

heterolytic

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒlɪtɪk/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɑlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of chemical reaction where a bond is broken and the electrons are unevenly distributed between the resulting fragments.

Example: In heterolytic cleavage, one atom takes both electrons from the bond, leading to the formation of charged species.

heteromorphic

IPA: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒmɪfɪk/

KK: /hɛtəˈrɒmɪfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having different forms or structures, especially at different stages of development or in different contexts.

Example: The species is heteromorphic, showing distinct physical forms during its life cycle.

heteromorphism

IPA: /ˌhɛtəroʊˈmɔːfɪzəm/

KK: /hɛtəroʊˈmɔrfɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A condition or characteristic where different forms or types exist within the same species or group.

Example: The study of heteromorphism helps scientists understand how species adapt to different environments.

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