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abolition

To end the observance or effect of something ( such as a law) : to completely do away with (something)

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abscesses

A swollen area within body tissue, containing an accumulation of pus.

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acaricides

A substance poisonous to mites or ticks.

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accumulations

Is a gathering or increase of something over time. ... If you keep putting money in the bank, the amount you have is the

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accustomed

Refers to customary; usual, to be familiar with something

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acellular organisms

Organisms which do not contain cells

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acidosis

An excessively acid condition of the body fluids or tissues

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acquisition

The buying or obtaining of assets or objects.

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acute mortalities

Acute

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adipose

Refers to tissue made up of mainly

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adjudicate

Is the legal process by which an arbiter or judge reviews evidence and argumentation, including legal reasoning set forth by opposing parties or litigants, to come to a decision which determines rights and obligations between the parties involved.

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aerobic respiration

Is the process by which organisms use oxygen to turn fuel, such as fats and sugars, into chemical energy. ... Respiration is used by all cells to turn fuel into energy that can be used to power cellular processes

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agglomerating

To collect or form into a mass or group.

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agitation

The state of anxiety or nervous excitement.

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agronomist

Is an expert in the science of soil management and crop production.

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