Category: I
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Inductive discovery learning
Educational programs designed to present learning experiences that are clustered into generalizations.
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Induction programs
Programs designed to help teachers during their first few years on the job mentoring programs.
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Inducible bacteria
Bacteria that produce specific enzymes only in the presence of their substrate.
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Inducer substance
A chemical substance produced by the male embryo that helps support the development of the male internal reproductive structures.
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Induced mutation
Mutation caused by the presence of a mutagenic agent. Mutation resulting from exposure to x-rays, radioactive substances, and certain drugs and chemicals.
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Induced movement
Perceived movement of an objectively stationary stimulus that is enclosed within a moving framework.
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Induced labor
Labor started artificially, usually by infusing oxytocin into a vein. Labor is induced artificially by either the obstetrician breaking the membranes, or by administering a drug intravenously that prompts the womb to contract.
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Induced abortion
Purposeful termination of a pregnancy. An abortion which is deliberately caused by drugs or by surgery. Deliberate termination of pregnancy. The conception product may be removed by suction, curettage (scraping of the uterus), the induction of uterine contractions, or hysterotomy (cutting into the uterus). The intentional termination of a pregnancy by means of dilating the…
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Indolent
Indisposed to action. Causing little pain. Referring to an ulcer which develops slowly and does not heal. Describing a disease process that is failing to heal or has persisted. The term is applied particularly to ulcers of skin or mucous membrane. Describing a non-painful ulcer that takes time to heal.
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Indoleamines
Monoamine compounds (NH2) each containing an indole portion (C8H7N) believed to act in neurotransmission and serotonin and tryptamine.