agenesis
Aussprache: [ˌeɪ.dʒəˈnɛ.sɪs]
Wort
Kontext: „medical“
(noun) agenesis means that something didn't develop or form completely, like a body part or organ. It's often used when talking about medical conditions where something is missing or not grown.
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The doctor explained that she has a condition called agenesis of the kidney, which means one of her kidneys didn’t form.
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He does not have agenesis; both of his kidneys are healthy and fully developed.
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What does agenesis mean in medical terms?
Kontext: „biological development“
(noun) agenesis also describes the failure of a part to develop during growth, especially in animals or plants. It's a specific term used in science to explain why certain body parts may be absent.
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Agenesis of limbs can happen in some animals due to genetic factors.
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The animal did not show signs of agenesis; all its limbs developed normally.
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Can you find examples of agenesis in different species?
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