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• development of spermatozoa
Example sentence • During spermatogenesis , diploid cells undergo meiosis to produce haploid sperm cells.
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• separation of substances in solution by means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
Example sentence • She undergoes dialysis three times a week to treat her kidney disease.
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• imperfect development; nondevelopment of a part
Example sentence • Bilateral renal agenesis , also known as Potter syndrome, is a condition in which both kidneys fail to develop.
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• (linguistics) omission at the beginning of a word as in `coon' for `raccoon' or `till' for `until'
Example sentence • In Old English, aphaeresis was commonly used to form contractions.
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• (linguistics) omission at the beginning of a word as in `coon' for `raccoon' or `till' for `until'
Example sentence • Plasma apheresis is a type of apheresis in which the plasma is separated and removed from the blood.
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• the gradual disappearance of an initial (usually unstressed) vowel or syllable as in `squire' for `esquire'
Example sentence • The word 'phone', commonly used for telephone, is an example of aphesis .
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• breaking off in the middle of a sentence (as by writers of realistic conversations)
Example sentence • He used aposiopesis to create suspense in his speech.
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• (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level
Example sentence • The study of ontogenesis helps us understand the stages of growth and development in organisms.
9 5 noun n Example sentence • During oogenesis , the primordial germ cells divide and differentiate into ova.
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• emergence during embryonic development of various characters or structures that appeared during the evolutionary history of the strain or species
Example sentence • The concept of palingenesis suggests the rebirth or regeneration of something.
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• the contraction of two vowels into a diphthong
Example sentence • The synaeresis in the word 'cooperate' happens between the 'o' and the 'o'.
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• the contraction of chromatin towards one side of the nucleus during the prophase of meiosis
Example sentence • The occurrence of synizesis in certain dialects can lead to changes in pronunciation.
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Example sentence • The study aims to understand the immunogenesis of autoimmune diseases.
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Example sentence • Understanding the molecular mechanisms of leukemogenesis is crucial for developing targeted therapies.
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• The process of mountain formation by deformation of the Earth's crust.
Example sentence • The study of orogenesis is important for understanding mountain formation.
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• Larval or preadult reproduction in some insects.
Example sentence • The salamander exhibits paedogenesis , in which larvae mature into adults without undergoing metamorphosis.
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Example sentence • According to the theory of pangenesis , the particles from each part of the body are responsible for passing on traits to offspring.
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• The branch of petrology dealing with the origin of igneous rocks.
Example sentence • The petrogenesis of this granite is still debated among geologists.
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• The genesis of a species from more than one ancestor.
Example sentence • The polygenesis of certain diseases is still not fully understood.
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Example sentence • Abnormal spermiogenesis can result in infertility or impaired fertility.
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• lysis of plant or animal tissue by an internal process
Example sentence • During autolysis , the inner contents of a cell break down.
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• the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain
Example sentence • The hypophysis , also known as the pituitary gland, plays a crucial role in the production and release of hormones.
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• transformation of a substance produced by the action of heat
Example sentence • The pyrolysis of wood produces charcoal and volatile gases.
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Example sentence • During prolonged fasting or starvation, the body relies on gluconeogenesis to maintain blood glucose levels.
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• pathological breakdown of cells by the destruction of their outer membrane
Example sentence • During cytolysis , the cell membrane breaks, releasing its contents.
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• a metabolic process that breaks down carbohydrates and sugars through a series of reactions to either pyruvic acid or lactic acid and releases energy for the body in the form of ATP
Example sentence • The process of glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.
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• the posterior lobe of the pituitary body; primarily glandular in nature
Example sentence • The neurohypophysis is also known as the posterior pituitary gland.
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• the hydrolysis of proteins into peptides and amino acids by cleavage of their peptide bonds
Example sentence • Enzymes play a crucial role in the proteolysis of food during digestion.
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• a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol
Example sentence • The zymolysis of glucose produces ethanol and other byproducts.
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Example sentence • The frontolysis of the weather system resulted in clearing skies.
11 5 noun n Example sentence • This metanalysis included data from over 100 clinical trials.
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Example sentence • The enzyme catalyzes the phosphorolysis of glucose-1-phosphate, releasing glucose.
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• The shrinking of protoplasm away from the cell wall of a plant or bacterium due to water loss
Example sentence • The process of plasmolysis can be observed in saltwater fish cells.
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Example sentence • The use of proclisis in this sentence helps create a more formal tone.
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Example sentence • The zygapophysis in the spine allows for articulation between adjacent vertebrae.
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• the anterior lobe of the pituitary body; primarily glandular in nature
Example sentence • The adenohypophysis secretes various hormones that regulate body functions.
9 3 noun n Example sentence • The heiresses inherited the family fortune after their parents passed away.
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• Something being indicated that is here; one of these.
adverb
• To the degree or extent indicated.
pronoun
• The thing, item, etc. being indicated.
interjection
• Indicates the speaker's strong approval or agreement with the previous material.
Example sentence • I need to return this borrowed pencil to her.
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• introduction during embryonic development of characters or structure not present in the earlier evolutionary history of the strain or species (such as the addition of the placenta in mammalian evolution)
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• the origin and development and variation of cells
Example sentence • Researchers study the different stages of cytogenesis in embryonic development.
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• introduction during embryonic development of characters or structure not present in the earlier evolutionary history of the strain or species (such as the addition of the placenta in mammalian evolution)
Example sentence • The study of kainogenesis involves exploring the origin and evolution of language.
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Example sentence • Deep-sea creatures use barophoresis to move in their environment.
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Example sentence • The diplogenesis process involves the fusion of two gametes, usually from different individuals.
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Example sentence • The study of epeirogenesis shed light on the formation of mountain ranges.
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Example sentence • Can you explain what an erotesis is?
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Example sentence • Stem cells can contribute to neogenesis in certain organs.
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Example sentence • Certain species of whiptail lizards are known to exhibit schizogenesis .
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Example sentence • The concept of synderesis dates back to ancient Greek philosophy.
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Example sentence • The researchers performed transgenesis on mice to study the effects of a specific gene.
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• the first book of the Old Testament: tells of Creation; Adam and Eve; the Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Noah and the flood; God's covenant with Abraham; Abraham and Isaac; Jacob and Esau; Joseph and his brothers
Example sentence • The genesis of her career as a singer began in high school.
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