endothermic
US /ˌen.doʊˈθɝː.mɪk/
UK /ˌen.dəʊˈθɜː.mɪk/
形容词
1.
吸热的
describing a chemical reaction or process that is accompanied by the absorption of heat
示例:
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Photosynthesis is an endothermic process because it requires energy from sunlight.
光合作用是一个吸热过程，因为它需要来自阳光的能量。
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The melting of ice is an endothermic physical change.
冰的融化是一种吸热物理变化。
2.
温血的, 恒温的
relating to an animal that is capable of the internal generation of heat; warm-blooded
示例:
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Mammals and birds are endothermic animals.
哺乳动物和鸟类是温血动物。
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Being endothermic allows animals to remain active in cold environments.
温血特性使动物能够在寒冷的环境中保持活跃。
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