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any of the hormones that stimulate the gonads

classification of bacteria; Gram negative bacteria do not retain the crystal violet stain in a Gram stain

classification of bacteria; Gram positive bacteria retain the crystal violet stain in a Gram stain

a device for absorbing scattered radiation and decreasing fogging

underexposed areas at the edges of a radiograph due to absorption of more of the primary beam by the grid

the amount by which the mAs has to be increased when using a grid

fine lines which are apparent on a radiograph when a stationary grid is used

an indicator of the grid's efficiency at absorbing scattered radiation, it is the height of the lead strips in relation to the distance between them

the longest, thickest hairs in an animal's coat, forming the topcoat. They protect the undercoat and are often waterproof.

scientific name for the sensation of taste