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Topic: Science

hypoallergenic

IPA: /ˌhaɪpoʊəˈlɛrdʒənɪk/

KK: /ˌhaɪpoʊəˈlɛrdʒənɪk/

adjective

Definition: This term describes products or materials that are less likely to cause allergic reactions in people.

Example: She chose hypoallergenic pillows to avoid any allergic reactions while sleeping.

hypoblast

IPA: //ˈhaɪpəˌblæst//

KK: /haɪˈpɒblæst/

noun

Definition: A layer of cells in an embryo that develops into the innermost layer of tissue, which eventually forms organs such as the digestive system.

Example: During early development, the hypoblast plays a crucial role in forming the endoderm layer of the embryo.

hypocalcemia

IPA: /ˌhaɪpoʊkælˈsiːmiə/

KK: /haɪpoʊkælˈsiːmiə/

noun

Definition: A condition where there is not enough calcium in the blood, which can lead to various health problems.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hypocalcemia after her blood tests showed low calcium levels.

hypocalcemic

IPA: /ˌhaɪpoʊkælˈsiːmɪk/

KK: /haɪpoʊkælˈsiːmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition where there is a lower than normal level of calcium in the blood.

Example: The patient was diagnosed as hypocalcemic after the blood test showed low calcium levels.

hypocenter

IPA: /ˈhaɪpoʊˌsɛntər/

KK: /ˈhaɪpoʊˌsɛntər/

noun

Definition: The point on the Earth's surface that is directly below the center of an explosion or earthquake.

Example: The hypocenter of the earthquake was located deep underground.

hypocentral

IPA: //haɪˈpoʊsɛntrəl//

KK: /haɪˈpoʊsɛntrəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the point in the earth where an earthquake originates, usually located underground.

Example: The hypocentral depth of the earthquake was measured to be 10 kilometers below the surface.

hypochlorite

IPA: //haɪpəˈklɔːraɪt//

KK: /haɪpəˈklɔːraɪt/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that is a salt or ester derived from hypochlorous acid, often used for disinfection and bleaching.

Example: Hypochlorite is commonly used in swimming pools to keep the water clean.

hypochromic

IPA: //haɪpoʊˈkroʊmɪk//

KK: /haɪpoʊˈkroʊmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition where there is less color or pigment than normal, often referring to red blood cells that have a lower amount of hemoglobin.

Example: The doctor noted that the patient's blood test showed hypochromic red blood cells, indicating anemia.

hypocotyl

IPA: //haɪˈpɒkəˌtɪl//

KK: /haɪˈpɒkəˌtɪl/

noun

Definition: The section of a young plant that connects the root to the stem, located below the seed leaves.

Example: The hypocotyl is crucial for the growth of the seedling as it helps support the plant above the ground.

hypocycloid

IPA: /ˌhaɪpəˈsaɪklɔɪd/

KK: /haɪpəˈsaɪklɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A specific type of curve created by a point on a smaller circle that rolls inside a larger fixed circle.

Example: The mathematician demonstrated how to draw a hypocycloid using a compass and straightedge.

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