clot

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'clot' refers to a lump or mass that forms when a liquid become sticky or thick. You see it often when your blood dries and turns into a sticky mass.

Examples in Different Contexts

In literature or film, a 'clot' might symbolize a blockage or obstruction in a character's journey. A scriptwriter could write, 'The protagonist's emotional clot impedes his relationships.'

Practice Scenarios

Healthcare

Scenario:

The patient's condition is deteriorating due to a lack of blood flow in the brain. The MRI shows an anomaly that we need to investigate.

Response:

Since the MRI shows a clot, should we start the patient on anticoagulants?

Biotech

Scenario:

For proper cell growth in this experiment, we need to make sure we control all variables accurately. The nutrient medium should be clot-free.

Response:

I'll adjust the pH levels of the culture medium to ensure that no clots form during cell culture.