[neurones] Acclimatisation is the process by which the nervous system fails to respond to a stimulus, as a result of the repeated stimulation of a transmission across a synapse. Acclimatisation is believed to occur when the synaptic knob of the presynaptic neurone runs out of vesicles containing neurotransmitters due to overuse over a short...
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1. <physiology> The physiological process through which an organism grows accustomed or adapts to a new environment. ... 2. <microbiology> In mcrobial cultures, this can involve enzymatic changes that allow it to use an new nutrient source for energy. ... (06 May 1997) ...
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Linked to the moisture content of solid oak flooring, acclimatisation is the process of matching the moisture content of the wood to the humidity of the room where the floor boards will be laid. The longer the floor boards can be left to acclimatise before fitting the better. We recommend at least 4 to 6 weeks for solid oak floor boards. If your sp...
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(French: a to; climat climate) the adjustment of an organism to new living conditions.
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