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Synthesis
01
the act of producing a substance that exists in living beings
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The liver plays a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins necessary for blood clotting.
Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into glucose and oxygen.
02
the process of creating new knowledge or understanding by integrating existing information
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In scientific research, data synthesis involves combining and analyzing diverse datasets to draw overarching conclusions.
The synthesis of existing literature reviews forms the foundation for identifying gaps and proposing new research directions.
03
the reasoning process that applies general principles or causes to derive specific conclusions or effects
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By applying the law of conservation of energy, the physicist used synthesis to calculate the exact speed of the roller coaster at its lowest point.
The judge performed a synthesis of the burglary statute and the evidence to determine that the defendant's actions met the legal definition of theft.
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