| acropetal |
developing, in sequence, from the base towards the apex. cf. basipetal.
Ãâó: www.anbg.gov.au/glossary/webpubl/fungloss.htm
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| acrocentric chromosome |
A chromosome with a centromere near the end such that it has one long arm plus a stalk and a satellite.
Ãâó: www.modernhumanorigins.com/a.html
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| acropetal |
Describes the development of structures (such as spores) in succession from the base towards the apex. (20)
Ãâó: ppathw3.cals.cornell.edu/glossary/Defs_A.htm
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| acrylic resin |
One of a group of thermoplastic resins formed by polymerization of esters or amides of acrylic acid; used in concrete or masonry construction as a bonding agent or surface sealer.
Ãâó: www.angelfire.com/biz/BuildingPathology/ConstrEFRg...
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| acromegaly |
in the adult, overproduction of growth hormone causes bone thickening and cartilage growth.
Ãâó: embryology.med.unsw.edu.au/Notes/Index/A.htm
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