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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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• lighted up by or as by fire or flame
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• to come to rest, settle
Example sentence • The birds alighted on the tree branches.
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• a thermosetting plastic used as electric insulators and for making plastic ware and telephone receivers etc.
Example sentence • She bought a vintage bakelite radio at the antique store.
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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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• a green mineral of the amphibole group; calcium magnesium iron silicate
Example sentence • The actinolite found in this region is known for its fibrous nature.
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• a white mineral consisting of fluorides of aluminum and sodium; a source of fluorine
Example sentence • The mining of cryolite was an important industry in Greenland in the early 20th century.
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• a red or pink variety of garnet used as a gemstone
Example sentence • She wore a rhodolite ring on her middle finger.
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• a vitreous mineral consisting of sodium aluminum silicate and sodium chloride in crystalline form; occurs in igneous rocks
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful necklace made of sodalite beads.
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• a white or pale green mineral (calcium magnesium silicate) of the amphibole group used as a form of asbestos
Example sentence • The pale green tremolite is typically found in metamorphic rocks.
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• any of a family of glassy minerals analogous to feldspar containing hydrated aluminum silicates of calcium or sodium or potassium; formed in cavities in lava flows and in plutonic rocks
Example sentence • The water purification process involves the use of zeolite filters.
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Example sentence • The hydrolyte is an essential component of the electrolyte solution.
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• An assemblage of mafic and ultramafic rock fragments of the ocean lithosphere that has been tectonically moved onto a continental margin or island
Example sentence • The ophiolite sequence in Cyprus is famous for its well-preserved rocks and extensive mineral deposits.
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• A light-coloured rock of volcanic origin composed mostly of alkali feldspars
Example sentence • The volcanic ash contained a significant amount of phonolite .
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• A laminated, columnar, rock-like structure constituting a large share of all fossils from 3.5 to 0.5 billion years ago, with some still being formed at present, some or all of which result from the deposit of minerals by microorganisms such as cyanobacteria.
Example sentence • This exhibit at the museum showcases a well-preserved stromatolite from the Precambrian era.
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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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• 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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• 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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• 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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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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• 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 lipocyte is responsible for storing excess energy as fat.
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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 microgametocyte is a male gametocyte that produces gametes for sexual reproduction.
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• of or relating to the Carmelite friars
noun
• a Roman Catholic friar wearing the white cloak of the Carmelite order; mendicant preachers
Example sentence • The carmelite nuns lived in a secluded convent.
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• a mineral consisting of zirconium oxide
Example sentence • The gemstone collector was thrilled to acquire a beautiful baddeleyite for his collection.
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• partly mineralized copal dug from the ground
Example sentence • The museum has a collection of copalite specimens.
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• a rare lead chromite mineral that forms bright orange crystals
Example sentence • The crocolite specimen was carefully displayed in the museum.
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Example sentence • The anabolite is a natural substance produced in the body during the process of metabolism.
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Example sentence • The eudialyte crystals in this necklace are vibrant shades of pink and red.
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Example sentence • The jewelry designer used indigolite gemstones in her latest collection.
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Example sentence • The mantle is composed mainly of lherzolite .
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Example sentence • The marialite crystals are known for their beautiful blue color.
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Example sentence • Many theologians consider the monothelite doctrine as heretical.
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Example sentence • The pectolite crystals in this specimen are pale blue in color.
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Example sentence • The tonalite samples collected from the quarry were carefully analyzed in the laboratory.
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Example sentence • The troctolite deposits in this region are exceptionally rich in platinum-group elements.
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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 haemocyte count of the caterpillar increased dramatically after infection.
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