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Definition of weak base (noun)
form plural: weak bases

a base that only slightly dissociates in solution

Examples
The base dissociation constant tells us if it is a weak base.

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Definition of gait (noun)
form plural: gaits

a way of walking

Examples
Parkinson's disease affects the gait.

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Definition of dicotyledon (noun)
form plural: dicotyledons

a plant that has two cotyledons (seed leaves)

Examples
Many trees are dicotyledons.

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Definition of knee-jerk reflex (noun)
form: no plural

reflex contraction of the quadriceps muscles leading to a sudden involutary extention of the knee

Examples
The knee-jerk reflex is an example for monosynaptic reflex pathways having only one synapse between the sensory neuron and the motor neuron.

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Definition of biogenesis (noun)
form: no plural

the creation of living organisms from other living organisms

Examples
Sexual reproduction is an example of biogenesis.

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Definition of opening (noun)
form plural: openings

a hole or break within a solid surface; an entrance

Examples
The mouth is an opening in the face where food enters the body.

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Definition of circadian rhythm (noun)
form plural: ircadian rhythms

daily activity cycle in many organisms caused by a 24-hours interval

Examples
Melatonin plays a role in the regulation of circadian rhythms.

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Definition of alveolus (noun)
form plural: alveoli

air sac in the lung; part of the jaw that supports the teeth; any small cavity

Examples
Exchange of gases occurs in the alveolus.

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Definition of hypertension (noun)
form: no plural

high blood pressure

Examples
Hypertension is often asymptomatic.

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Definition of caffeine (noun)
form: no plural

a drug present in tea; coffee and cola that is a stimulant

Examples
Caffeine is a diuretic.

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