torsion
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"As in organic systems, such as the twisting of DNA or the handedness of amino acids, these extra-dimensional structures can possess torsion, a kind of intrinsic twist," explains Pincak.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 15, 2025
There was nothing unusual in their collision, but a coincidence of torsion and tension ruptured Roigard’s patella tendon.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2024
In the months after her surgery, the band that constricted her stomach slipped and she developed gastric torsion.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2023
The intestinal torsion meant the dolphin’s intestines had twisted so deeply in an area that made it impossible to reach through surgery.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 13, 2021
The dancelike pose of Apollo and graceful torsion of Daphne create the impression that they are moving in a carefully choreographed ballet.
From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson
Structural work, which will begin later this month, includes strengthening existing beams, reducing loads and putting in additional support for torsions, Jim Bell, director of structural engineers for Arup, said.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2019
Nothing should upset the horse’s digestion: no blockages, gas bubbles, or torsions.
From Slate ● Aug. 2, 2012
Her slender body shook as if she was undergoing the first rippling torsions of a convulsion.
From The Blue Wall A Story of Strangeness and Struggle by Richard Washburn Child
This monstrosity, called biastrepsis, consists of strongly marked torsions as are seen in many species with decussate leaves, though as a rule it is very rare.
From Species and Varieties, Their Origin by Mutation by Hugo de Vries
Concerning torsions, etc., the student should read De Vries, "On Biastrepsis in its Relation to Cultivation," Ann. of Bot.,
From Disease in Plants by H. Marshall Ward
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