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Topic: Science

isotypic

IPA: //ˌaɪsəʊˈtɪpɪk//

KK: /aɪsəʊˈtɪpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing a chemical formula that has a structure similar to that of another formula.

Example: The two compounds are isotypic, sharing a similar arrangement of atoms.

isozyme

IPA: /ˈaɪzoʊˌɛnzaɪm/

KK: /ˈaɪzoʊˌɛnzaɪm/

noun

Definition: A type of enzyme that has a similar function to another enzyme but differs in structure and properties.

Example: Different tissues in the body may produce various isozymes that help in specific biochemical reactions.

isozymic

IPA: /aɪˈzoʊzɪmɪk/

KK: /aɪˈzoʊzɪmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a type of enzyme that exists in multiple forms but catalyzes the same reaction.

Example: The isozymic forms of the enzyme are important for understanding metabolic pathways.

iterate

IPA: /ˈɪtəreɪt/

KK: /ˈɪtəˌreɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To say or do something again, often to clarify or emphasize it.

Example: The teacher asked the student to iterate the instructions for the project.

iteration

IPA: /ˌɪtəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /ɪtəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process of repeating a set of actions or instructions to achieve a desired result, often used in computing and mathematics.

Example: The software improved with each iteration, becoming more efficient and user-friendly.

iterative

IPA: /ˈɪtəreɪtɪv/

KK: /ˈɪtəˌreɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Describing a process that is repeated multiple times, often to improve or refine results.

Example: The software development team used an iterative approach to enhance the product with each version.

iteratively

IPA: /ˈɪtəˌreɪtɪvli/

KK: /ˈɪtəˌrətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves repeating a process or doing something multiple times to improve or refine it.

Example: The team worked iteratively to enhance the software's features based on user feedback.

ivermectin

IPA: //aɪ.vɚˈmɛk.tɪn//

KK: /ˌaɪ.vɚˈmɛk.tɪn/

noun

Definition: A medication used to treat infections caused by parasites, including certain types of worms and insects.

Example: The doctor prescribed ivermectin to help treat the patient's parasitic infection.

ixodid

IPA: /ɪkˈsɒdɪd/

KK: /ɪkˈsɒdɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific family of ticks that have a hard outer shell and typically feed on three hosts during their life cycle.

Example: The ixodid tick is known for its ability to transmit diseases to humans and animals.

noun

Definition: A type of tick that belongs to the family Ixodidae, which are known for being blood-feeding parasites on animals and humans.

Example: The ixodid can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

jab

IPA: /dʒæb/

KK: /dʒæb/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a quick, sharp movement or thrust, often with a pointed object or part of the body.

Example: He jabbed at the balloon with a stick, trying to pop it.

noun

Definition: A quick and sharp movement or hit, often used in sports like boxing to describe a specific type of punch.

Example: He delivered a quick jab to his opponent's face during the match.

transitive verb

Definition: To poke or thrust something quickly and suddenly, often with a sharp object or to hit someone lightly but quickly.

Example: He jabbed the button to start the machine.

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