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Definition of visual acuity (noun)
form: no plural

sharpness of the vision

Examples
Visual acuity is measured using the Snellen chart.

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Definition of mineral (noun)
form plural: minerals

simple chemical that living things need in small amounts to stay healthy

Examples
The slag usualluay contains a lot of different minerals as well as heavy metals.

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Definition of hydration (noun)
form: no plural

addition of water to a molecule without hydrolysis

Examples
Hydration is a solvation process in which water is the main solvent.

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Definition of fertilization (noun)
form: no plural

breeding; cultivation; production

Examples
Fertilization of an egg can occur during 12-24 hours following ovulation.

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Definition of finger (noun)
form plural: fingers

digit on the hand besides the thumb

Examples
A human hand has four fingers and a thumb.

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Definition of muscular system (noun)
form plural: muscular systems

system of muscles including skeletal muscle needed for locomotion; smooth muscle of the organs and cardiac muscle

Examples
The muscular system helps with movement; digestion and blood circulation.

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Definition of refractory period (noun)
form: no plural

period following an action potential during which the occurance of another action potential is impossible or requires stronger stimulation

Examples
The relative refractory period during which a greater stimulus is necessary for initiation an action potential follows the absolute refractory period during which an action potential cannot occur.

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Definition of regulate (verb)
forms: regulated; regulated; regulating

to control

Examples
The neuro-endocrine system regulates many metabolic processes.

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Definition of lactate (noun)
form: no plural

a salt form of lactic acid

Examples
Lactate can build up in muscles during anaerobic activity.

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Definition of insulin (noun)
form: no plural

a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps control the blood glucose level

Examples
Insulin replacement is needed in some cases of diabetes.

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