valvule

Meanings

• noun

  A small mechanical or biological valve that regulates the flow of fluids or gases.

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Variants

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valvula , valvulae

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Etymology

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From Latin valvula, meaning 'little door'.

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Trivia

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1. The smallest valvule ever made is the one found in the inner ear, which is only 0.001 millimeters in diameter.

2. The first heart valve replacement was performed in 1952 using a cow's aortic valve.

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1. Heart valve: A valvule in the heart that regulates the flow of blood between the heart chambers.

2. Check valve: A type of valvule that allows fluid or gas to flow in one direction only.

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Valvules are commonly used in various industries such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and food processing. They are essential components in heart valves, which regulate the flow of blood in the human body.

How to Memorize "valvule"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small door regulating the flow of a fluid or gas.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'valvule' with 'little door' or 'regulator'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Valve' is an acronym for 'Vital Application for Limiting and Venting Essential Fluids'.

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