F2F Class Notes (Nemo)

Vocabulary

fungus (n): 1-any of a kingdom of living things (as molds, rusts, mildews, smuts, and mushrooms). 2-菌类

spore (n): 1 -a reproductive body that is produced by fungi and by some plants and microorganisms 2-孢子

mature (adj): 1-having completed natural growth and development 2-of, relating to, or being an older adult

fatal (adj): 1-of/or relating to fate. 2-causing death
E.g.-a fatal crash, a fatal disease, a fatal wound

edible (adj): 1-fit to be eaten.
E.g.: This mushroom is edible.

vomit/puke (v): 1:-to disgorge the stomach contents

protein (n): 1-any of numerous substances that consist of chains of amino acids, contain the elements carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, and often sulfur, include many compounds (as enzymes and hormones) essential for life

fiber (n): 1-a thread or a structure or object resembling a thread. 2-mostly indigestible material in food that stimulates the intestine to move its contents along. 3-纤维

antioxidant (n): 1-a substance (such as beta-carotene or vitamin C) that inhibits oxidation or reactions promoted by oxygen, peroxides, or free radicals
E.g.: Antioxidants prevent aging.

cholesterol (n): 1-a waxy substance that is present in animal cells and tissues, is important in bodily processes, and may be related to the abnormal thickening and hardening of arteries when too much is present

poisonous (adj): 1- having the properties or effects of poison 2- producing a toxic substance that causes injury or death when absorbed or ingested
E.g.: That snake is poisonous.

Pronunciation

protein- pro·tein

cholesterol-cho·les·ter·ol

circulation-sər-kyə-ˈlā-shən