helical

Meanings

• noun

  A helix is a three-dimensional spiral shape.

  - "The DNA molecule is a long helical structure."
  - "The spiral staircase forms a beautiful helical shape."

• adjective

  Relating to or denoting a helix or helices.

  - "A helical ramp was used to transport the objects to the upper level."
  - "The helical gears meshed smoothly."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with helical
piral , viral

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Variants

List of all variants of helical that leads to same result
helical , helically , alpha-helical , alpha-helix , alpha-helixes , double helices , double helix , double helixes , double-helical

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Etymology

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From the Greek word helix, meaning 'spiral'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'helical' comes from the Greek word helix, which means 'spiral'.

2. The DNA molecule is a double helix, meaning it is shaped like a twisted ladder.

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Related Concepts

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1. DNA: The genetic material in the nucleus of a cell, which is arranged in a double helix structure.

2. Helical ramp: A spiral ramp used to transport objects up to an elevated platform.

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Culture

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In ancient Greece, the helix was a symbol of the universe and was often depicted in art and architecture. In modern times, helices have been used in various fields such as physics, engineering, and biology.

How to Memorize "helical"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long spiral shape, like a snail's shell or a spiral staircase.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'spiral' and remember that a helix is a type of spiral.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Helix is a spiral, spiral is a Helix'.

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