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decay /de·cay/ (de-ka´)

1. the decomposition of dead matter.

2. the process of decline, as in aging.

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beta decay  disintegration of the nucleus of an unstable radionuclide in which the mass number is unchanged, but atomic number is changed by 1, as a result of emission of a negatively or positively charged (beta) particle.

tooth decay  dental caries.

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de·cay (d-k)

n.

1. The destruction or decomposition of organic matter as a result of bacterial or fungal action; rot.

2. Dental caries.

3. The loss of information that was registered by the senses and processed into the short-term memory system.

4. Radioactive decay.

v.

1. To break down into component parts; rot.

2. To disintegrate or diminish by radioactive decay.

3. To decline in health or vigor; waste away.

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decay

[dikā′]

1 a gradual deterioration that accompanies the end of life.

2 a gradual deterioration, usually caused by bacteria and other decomposers, of the body of an organism after death.

3 the process of disintegration of a radioactive substance.

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decay,

v to decompose.

decay, dental,

n See caries.

decay product,

n See daughter.

decay, radioactive,

n the disintegration of the nucleus of an unstable nuclide by the spontaneous emission of charged particles and/or photons.

decay, senile,

n See caries, senile dental.

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decay

1. the gradual decomposition of dead organic matter.

2. the process or stage of decline, as in old age.

3. in radioactivity terminology the disintegration of the nucleus of an inactive nuclide by the spontaneous emission of alpha or beta particles. Called also radioactive disintegration. Substances produced by the disintegrations are called daughter (3) compounds.

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decay-accelerating factor

a membrane-associated protein found on many cells, including peripheral blood cells, that inhibits the activity of complement.

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decay

Dentistry Caries, see there Medtalk Putrefaction, see there

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Patient discussion about decayed.

Q. Whether it`s possible for Bipolar disorder in children?

A. It is possible for children to suffer with bipolar disorder. It is a tricky diagnosis in children I would strongly suggest professional help when dealing with children with bipolar disorder.
I wouldnt trust the diagnosis of a GP, I would suggest getting a referal to a pediatric psychiatrist for a through evaluation and proper treatment

Q. what would be the best way to protect my teeth from decaying?i fill pain always in my private parties,what prb whenever i take long with out sex,so i would like the advice from my fewwol

A. i fail to see the connection between teeth and groin pain...about the teeth. it's very very simple- get used to a healthy oral hygiene. brush your teeth in the right way twice a day for at least 6 minute. use floss. go to a dental hygienist, she'll guide you through it.