To study the enzyme's effect, the biochemist had to isolate it from the other proteins in the cell extract.
为了研究这种酶的作用，生物化学家必须将其从细胞提取物中的其他蛋白质中分离出来。
The philosopher's argument unfolds through a series of thought experiments, each one slightly modifying the conditions of the previous scenario in order to isolate exactly which variable determines whether an action counts as morally responsible.
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The economist's argument unfolds through a series of simplified hypothetical markets, each one adding a single new complication—transportation costs, then information asymmetry, then regulation—to isolate how each factor individually affects the market's overall efficiency.
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The sociologist's argument unfolds through a series of simplified hypothetical neighborhoods, each one adding a single new variable—housing density, then public transit access, then school quality—to isolate how each factor individually affects residents' reported sense of community.
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Which choice best defines “isolate”?
C — Set apart, separate. “isolate” means set apart, separate.
Which word means “set apart, separate”?
C — isolate. “isolate” means set apart, separate.
isolate — set apart, separate. In Chinese: 隔离，分离.
isolate is pronounced /ˈaɪsəleɪt/.
To study the enzyme's effect, the biochemist had to isolate it from the other proteins in the cell extract. (为了研究这种酶的作用，生物化学家必须将其从细胞提取物中的其他蛋白质中分离出来。)
separate, detach, quarantine — all close in meaning to isolate (set apart, separate).
integrate, unite — each the opposite of isolate (set apart, separate).
Yes. isolate is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.
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