General science

General science

A variety of science subjects concerning the fundamental knowledge about different aspects of our world and their underlying principles.

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aplite

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A fine-grained, sugary-textured rock, generally of granitic composition; also any body composed of such rock.

A finely divided material which contributes to optical and other properties of paint, finishes, and coatings. Pigments are insoluble in the coating material, whereas dyes dissolve in and color the ...

dolerite

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A fine-textured, dark-gray to black igneous rock composed mostly of plagioclase feldspar (labradorite) and pyroxene and exhibiting ophitic texture. It is commonly used for crushed stone. Its ...

systematics analysis and supertree reconstruction

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A firm understanding of phylogenetic relationships is central to elucidating many evolutionary questions. However, assessing relationships in many groups requires the compilation and phylogenetic ...

cartilage

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A firm, resilient connective tissue of vertebrates and some invertebrates. Isolated pieces act as a skeleton to provide support and anchor muscles, or cartilage is with bone to contribute its ...

prototype

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A first or original model of hardware or software. Prototyping involves the production of functionally useful and trustworthy systems through experimentation with evolving systems. Generally, this ...

mackerel

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A fish which is a member of the order Perciformes, family Scombridae. There are about 50 carnivorous species found in the middle layer or near the surface of tropical and temperate seas.