
Description of system (noun: plural: systems) group of organs and tissues associated with a particular function
Samples of system The respiratory system is responsible for the breathing process.
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Description of olfactory system (noun: no plural) the organs of smell
Samples of olfactory system The olfactory system is found in the head.
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Description of operation (noun: plural: operations) surgical procedure carried out to repair or remove damaged body parts
Samples of operation Surgeons perform operations.
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Description of circulatory system (noun: plural: circulatory systems) the blood; lymph vessels and heart which form the transportation system of the body
Samples of circulatory system The circulatory system helps control water balance and defends the body against disease.
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Description of hemiacetal (noun: no plural) molecule containing an alkyl group
Samples of hemiacetal When an equivalent of alcohol is added to an aldehyde or ketone, the product is hemiacetal.
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Description of lacrimation (noun: no plural) the act of secreting tears
Samples of lacrimation Onions may irritate the eyes and cause lacrimation.
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Description of morphological (adjective) of the structural form
Samples of morphological Morphological differences exist between members of different species.
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Description of addiction (noun: plural: addictions) a state of dependence caused by regular use of addictive drugs e.g. heroine
Samples of addiction Rates of drug addiction are rising dramatically.
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Description of equilibrium (noun: no plural) state of a body or physical system at rest
Samples of equilibrium Punctuated equilibrium refers to the characteristic of evolution having long periods of stasis 'punctuated' by evolutionary changes occuring in spurts.
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Description of burn (noun: plural: burns) an injury where tissue is damaged as a result of trauma
Samples of burn Burns may be caused by fire, electricity, chemicals, hot liquids or radiation.
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