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Topic: Science

karyology

IPA: /ˌkɛr.iˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

KK: /kɛrɪˈɒlədʒi/

noun

Definition: The study of the structure and characteristics of cell nuclei and their chromosomes.

Example: Karyology is essential for understanding genetic diseases and cell division.

karyosome

IPA: /ˈkɛr.i.əˌsoʊm/

KK: /kɛrɪəˌsoʊm/

noun

Definition: A clump of genetic material found in the nucleus of a cell that is not dividing, which looks similar to a small structure called a nucleolus.

Example: The karyosome can be observed under a microscope in certain types of cells.

karyotype

IPA: /ˈkɛəriəˌtaɪp/

KK: /ˈkɛəriəˌtaɪp/

noun

Definition: A visual representation or arrangement of chromosomes in a cell, showing their number, size, and shape.

Example: The scientist prepared a karyotype to study the genetic abnormalities in the patient.

transitive verb

Definition: To classify and arrange the chromosomes of an organism based on their characteristics such as number, size, and shape.

Example: Scientists use karyotyping to analyze the chromosomes of the cells in a sample.

karyotypic

IPA: /ˌkær.i.oʊˈtaɪ.pɪk/

KK: /kɛrɪəˈtaɪpɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the number and appearance of chromosomes in the nucleus of a cell.

Example: The karyotypic analysis revealed the presence of an extra chromosome.

karyotypically

IPA: /ˌkɛr.i.oʊˈtaɪ.pɪ.kli/

KK: /kɛrɪəˈtaɪpɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the karyotype, which is the number and appearance of chromosomes in the nucleus of a cell.

Example: The cells were analyzed karyotypically to identify any chromosomal abnormalities.

keel

IPA: /kiːl/

KK: /kil/

noun

Definition: The main structural part of a ship that extends along the bottom and provides stability and support.

Example: The keel of the boat was damaged during the storm, making it difficult to navigate.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause a boat or ship to turn over or tip over in the water.

Example: The storm was so strong that it could keel the small fishing boat.

keloid

IPA: /ˈkiːlɔɪd/

KK: /ˈkiːlɔɪd/

noun

Definition: A thick, raised scar that forms when the body produces too much fibrous tissue during healing after an injury or surgery.

Example: After her surgery, she developed a keloid on her shoulder that was larger than expected.

kelson

IPA: /ˈkɛl.sən/

KK: /ˈkɛl.sən/

noun

Definition: A structural element in a ship that runs along the bottom and helps to support the hull.

Example: The ship's kelson was reinforced to improve stability in rough waters.

kelvin

IPA: /ˈkɛlvɪn/

KK: /ˈkɛlvɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a temperature scale where absolute zero is 0 K, and each unit is equivalent to one degree Celsius.

Example: The temperature in the lab was measured in kelvin to ensure precision.

noun

Definition: A unit of measurement for temperature that starts at absolute zero, where each degree is equal to one kelvin. It is used in science and is part of the metric system.

Example: The temperature of the water was measured at 300 kelvin.

kentledge

IPA: /ˈkɛntlɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈkɛntlɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A type of heavy material, often pig iron or scrap metal, used to provide stability and weight on ships or boats.

Example: The ship was loaded with kentledge to ensure it remained balanced in the water.

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