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• Resistance mutation
  ...e of [[genetic mutation]] that results in a [[microorganism]]'s ability to withstand the effects of an [[antibiotic]] or other drug that would normally inhibit ...on" is derived from the English words "resistance", meaning the ability to withstand something, and "mutation", which refers to a change in the [[DNA sequence]]
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• Endure
  ...den") is a term often used in the medical field to describe the ability to withstand or tolerate a difficult or unpleasant condition, situation, or pain for a l ...ions over an extended period. This can be physical, such as the ability to withstand pain or discomfort, or psychological, such as the ability to cope with stre
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• Resist
  ...sed in the medical field to denote the ability of an organism or a cell to withstand the effects of a harmful physical or environmental factor. ...riginates from the Latin word "resistere", which means "to stand back" or "withstand".
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• Material science
  ...s are required for different applications. For example, materials that can withstand high temperatures and pressures are used in the construction of spacecraft ...al devices and implants. These materials must be biocompatible and able to withstand the conditions of the human body.
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• Cross-resistance
  ...his context, it refers to the ability of a microorganism or cancer cell to withstand a range of drugs after exposure to just one.
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• Multidrug-resistant bacteria
  ...ug" (referring to antibiotics), and "resistant" (indicating the ability to withstand). The term "bacteria" is derived from the Greek word "bakterion," which mea Multidrug-resistant bacteria are bacteria that have developed the ability to withstand the effects of multiple antibiotics. This resistance can occur through natu
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• Alloys
  * '''[[Heat Resistance]]''': Certain alloys can withstand high temperatures without losing their strength or shape. * '''[[Superalloy]]''': A type of alloy that can withstand high temperatures and is often used in jet engines.
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• Resistance
  ...the context of medicine, refers to the ability of an organism or a cell to withstand the effects of a harmful physical or environmental factor. ...to describe the ability of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms to withstand the effects of drugs (such as antibiotics or antivirals) that were once eff
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• Ductility
  ...e stretched without breaking and are often used in structures that need to withstand high stress. Examples of ductile materials include [[Copper|copper]], [[Alu ...This is the maximum amount of tensile (pulling) stress that a material can withstand without breaking.
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• Multidrug resistance
  Multidrug resistance is a condition enabling a disease-causing organism to withstand distinct drugs or chemicals of a wide range of structure and function targe * [[Antibiotic resistance]]: The ability of a microorganism to withstand the effects of an antibiotic.
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• Tensile strength
  ...timate strength''', is a measure of the maximum stress that a material can withstand while being stretched or pulled before breaking. The term is derived from t * [[Elastic modulus]]: A measure of a material's ability to withstand changes in length when under lengthwise tension or compression.
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• Effort
  * [[Strength]]: The capacity of an object or substance to withstand great force or pressure, often used in relation to physical effort. ...he context of [[Effort Tolerance]], which refers to a patient's ability to withstand or endure physical activity or stress.
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• Multidrug-resistant
  ...ted or otherwise introduced into the body, and "resistant" meaning able to withstand or repel. * [[Antibiotic Resistance]]: The ability of a microorganism to withstand the effects of an antibiotic.
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• Muse cell
  ...ing Stress Enduring" cells. It was chosen to reflect the cells' ability to withstand stress and differentiate into multiple cell types. ...bone marrow, skin, and adipose tissue. They are unique in their ability to withstand stress, such as low oxygen levels and high cell density, and still maintain
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• Camel
  Camels have a series of physiological adaptations that allow them to withstand long periods of time without any external source of water. The [[hump]] of ...up to 40 miles per day. These animals are also known for their ability to withstand high temperatures and consume almost any kind of vegetation.
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• Resistance gene
  ...ʒiːn/) is a gene in an organism's DNA that provides it with the ability to withstand harmful environmental factors, such as toxins, pathogens, or extreme condit ...ne" is derived from the English words "resistance," meaning the ability to withstand or repel, and "gene," a term coined by Danish botanist Wilhelm Johannsen in
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• Fire retardant
  * [[Fire resistance]]: The property of a material or assembly to withstand fire or give protection from it. * [[Fireproof]]: Materials that are able to withstand fire and not undergo combustion.
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• Sapphire
  ...apphire, which is grown in a lab. These tips are extremely durable and can withstand high temperatures, making them ideal for use in surgical lasers.
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• Resistant
  ...sed in the medical field to describe the ability of an organism or cell to withstand the effects of a harmful physical or environmental factor.
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• Octane rating
  ...octane number, the more [[Compression (physics)|compression]] the fuel can withstand before detonating. In broad terms, fuels with a higher octane rating are us
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