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• an agranulocytic leukocyte that normally makes up a quarter of the white blood cell count but increases in the presence of infection
Example sentence • The human body produces lymphocytes in the bone marrow.
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• a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
Example sentence • The decrease in erythrocyte count can be a symptom of anemia.
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• blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
Example sentence • The presence of leukocytes in the urine may indicate an infection in the urinary tract.
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• an animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant); it obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing the host
Example sentence • The tick is a type of parasite that feeds on the blood of its host.
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• comparatively large neuroglial cell
Example sentence • The main function of astrocytes is to support and protect neurons.
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• tiny bits of protoplasm found in vertebrate blood; essential for blood clotting
Example sentence • A decrease in thrombocyte count can lead to excessive bleeding.
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Example sentence • The amebocytes in sponges help transport nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.
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Example sentence • These amoebocytes play a role in the immune response.
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Example sentence • The formation of jarosite is typically associated with acidic, oxidizing conditions.
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• blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
Example sentence • The presence of leucocytes in a blood sample may indicate an infection.
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Example sentence • The microgametocyte is a male gametocyte that produces gametes for sexual reproduction.
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• A variety of grunerite asbestos, once used in insulation.
Example sentence • Exposure to amosite can cause serious health risks.
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• A phaneritic, intrusive igneous rock characterized by a predominance of plagioclase feldspar.
Example sentence • Scientists have discovered anorthosite on the Moon's surface.
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Example sentence • The chemical formula for boracite is Mg3B7O13Cl.
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• An organoarsenic compound used as a chemical weapon.
Example sentence • The soldiers were exposed to lewisite during the chemical attack.
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• any of the flagellated cells in sponges having a collar of cytoplasm around the flagellum; they maintain a flow of water through the body
Example sentence • The choanocytes in a sponge create water currents to filter out food particles.
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• an immature animal or plant cell that develops into a gamete by meiosis
Example sentence • A gametocyte is a cell that develops into a gamete.
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• a leukocyte that has granules in its cytoplasm
Example sentence • The presence of granulocytes in a blood sample can indicate an active inflammatory response.
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• abnormally large red blood cell (associated with pernicious anemia)
Example sentence • A blood test can determine if you have a high level of macrocytes.
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• a cell in the basal layer of the epidermis that produces melanin under the control of the melanocyte-stimulating hormone
Example sentence • The number of melanocytes in the skin varies between individuals.
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• an abnormally small red blood cell (less than 5 microns in diameter)
Example sentence • The presence of microcytes in a blood sample may indicate a certain type of anemia.
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• a type of granular leukocyte that functions in the ingestion of bacteria
Example sentence • High monocyte levels can indicate an ongoing infection.
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• an immature leukocyte normally found in bone marrow
Example sentence • A myelocyte is a large cell found in the bone marrow.
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• a cell that engulfs and digests debris and invading microorganisms
Example sentence • A common type of phagocyte is a macrophage.
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• a male gametocyte that develops into four spermatids
Example sentence • In mammals, spermatocytes are produced in the seminiferous tubules of the testes.
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• A type of cell, present in adipose tissue, where fat is stored as a source of energy
Example sentence • The main function of an adipocyte is to store energy in the form of fat.
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• A cell with multiple nuclei, found in fungi, algae, protists and slime molds.
Example sentence • A coenocyte is a single giant cell with multiple nuclei.
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Example sentence • The differentiation of gonocytes into mature gametes is crucial for reproductive function.
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• Any blood cell, especially that of an invertebrate
Example sentence • The number of hemocytes in a mosquito's body can increase rapidly during an infection.
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• Any of the cells in the liver responsible for the metabolism of protein, carbohydrate and lipid and for detoxification.
Example sentence • Damage to hepatocytes can lead to liver disease.
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Example sentence • The lipocyte is responsible for storing excess energy as fat.
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Example sentence • The myxocyte is a type of cell commonly found in the connective tissues of animals.
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• A lymphocyte, produced in the thymus, that develops into a T cell
Example sentence • The development of thymocytes is critical for a functional immune system.
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• any external parasitic organism (as fleas)
Example sentence • Ticks are ectoparasites that attach themselves to the skin of animals and humans.
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• any of various parasites that live in the internal organs of animals (especially intestinal worms)
Example sentence • The tapeworm is an example of an endoparasite that lives inside the human intestine.
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• a large bone marrow cell; regarded as the source of blood platelets
Example sentence • The megakaryocyte lineage is characterized by the development of large cells known as megakaryoblasts.
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• a cell of the oligodendroglia
Example sentence • Loss of oligodendrocytes can lead to the impairment of nerve cell function.
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• an immature red blood cell containing a network of filaments or granules
Example sentence • The reticulocyte count can help diagnose certain types of anemia.
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Example sentence • The two types of agranulocytes are lymphocytes and monocytes.
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Example sentence • A microsporocyte is a mother cell that produces microspores.
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• an abnormal spherical red blood cell
Example sentence • The presence of spherocytes in the blood may indicate hemolytic anemia.
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Example sentence • The iridocytes in the fish's skin produce vibrant colors.
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• a lymphocyte derived from bone marrow that provides humoral immunity; it recognizes free antigen molecules in solution and matures into plasma cells that secrete immunoglobulin (antibodies) that inactivate the antigens
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• star-shaped cells with long processes; found in the white matter of the brain and spinal cord
Example sentence • The main function of fibrous astrocytes is to provide structural support to neurons.
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• a small lymphocyte developed in the thymus; it orchestrates the immune system's response to infected or malignant cells
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• a yellow-to-brown mineral that is a source of rare earth elements
Example sentence • The primary component of bastnasite is cerium (Ce), lanthanum (La), and yttrium (Y).
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• a group of minerals of the zeolite family consisting of a hydrous silicate of calcium and aluminum
Example sentence • The chabasite crystals in this rock are delicate and translucent.
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• a greenish grey or black silicate of iron and aluminum
Example sentence • The presence of chamosite in the rock indicates a low-grade metamorphism.
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• any of various parasites that live in the internal organs of animals (especially intestinal worms)
Example sentence • The entoparasite infested the host's intestines.
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