Oysters

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Oysters (== Template:IPA

The Template:IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a system of phonetic notation based primarily on the Latin alphabet. It was devised by the International Phonetic Association in the late 19th century as a standardized representation of the sounds of spoken language.

Pronunciation

The pronunciation of the term "IPA" is /aɪ piː eɪ/ in English.

Etymology

The term "IPA" is an acronym for the International Phonetic Alphabet. The International Phonetic Association, founded in 1886, created the IPA to provide a single, universal system for the transcription of spoken language.

Related Terms

  • Phonetic notation: A system used to visually represent the sounds of speech. The IPA is one type of phonetic notation.
  • Phonetics: The study of the physical sounds of human speech. It is concerned with the physical properties of speech sounds (phonemes), and the processes of their physiological production, auditory reception, and neurophysiological perception.
  • Phonology: The study of the way sounds function within a particular language or languages. While phonetics concerns the physical production, acoustic transmission and perception of the sounds of speech, phonology describes the way sounds function within a particular language or languages.
  • Transcription (linguistics): The systematic representation of spoken language in written form. The source of the words transcribe and transcription, the term means "to write across" in Latin, and it's the process of converting spoken language into written form. In linguistics, this is often done using the IPA.

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Oysters are a type of bivalve molluscs, a group of shellfish that live in marine or brackish habitats. The term 'oyster' is used for a number of different groups of molluscs, most of which belong to the order Ostreida.

Etymology

The word 'oyster' comes from the Old English 'oestre', which is related to the Greek 'ostreon', both meaning 'bone'. This is likely a reference to the hard, calcified shell of the oyster.

Anatomy

Oysters have a two-part shell, with a soft body enclosed between the two hard shells. The body of the oyster includes the mantle, which secretes the shell, and the gills, which are used for breathing and feeding.

Habitat and Distribution

Oysters are found in oceans worldwide, but are most common in temperate and warm coastal waters. They are often found in estuaries and intertidal zones, where they form dense colonies known as oyster reefs.

Human Use

Oysters have been harvested by humans for thousands of years, both for their meat and for the pearls that some species produce. They are a popular delicacy in many cultures, and are often eaten raw or cooked in a variety of dishes.

Health Benefits and Risks

Oysters are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, including zinc and vitamin B12. However, they can also carry diseases, such as vibrio infections, especially when eaten raw.

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