Physics
Atom
Energy
Physical Science
Nature of Science
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Definition of crest
the peak or highest point on a wave
100
define Proton
the property of an object, due to its mass, that causes it to resist any change in its motion unless overcome by a force
100
define Kinetic Energy
the energy possessed by a body because of its motion
100
define Fulcrum
the pivot point of a lever
100
define Scientific Method
a plan of inquiry that uses science process skills as a tool to gather, organize, analyze, and communicate information
200
definition of diffraction
the change in direction of a wave caused by passing by an obstacle or traveling through an opening
200
define interia
the property of an object, due to its mass, that causes it to resist any change in its motion unless overcome by a force
200
define Potential Energy
energy stored in an object due to the object’s configuration and position
200
define Gas
one of the fundamental states of matter in which molecules do not have fixed volume or shape
200
define Dependent Variable
factor being measured or observed in an experiment
300
definition of frequency
the number of cycles or waves per unit time
300
define speed
amount of distance traveled divided by time taken; the time-rate at which any physical process takes place
300
define Radiation
emission of energy in the form of rays or waves
300
define Inclined Plane
a type of simple machine; a slanted surface that makes it easier to move a mass from a lower to a higher point
300
define Magnetic
having the property of attracting iron and certain other materials by virtue of a surrounding field of force
400
definition of gravity
the observed effect of the force of gravitation
400
define Trough
the lowest point on a wave
400
define Thermal Energy
internal energy found by adding the kinetic energy of particles making up a substance
400
define Lever
a type of simple machine; consists of a rigid bar that pivots about a fulcrum, used to transmit and enhance power or motion
400
define Mass
the amount of matter an object contains
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definition of gravitation
a force of attraction between two masses
500
define Velocity
the time-rate at which a body changes its position; defined as displacement divided by the time of travel
500
define Evaporation
the process in which a liquid is converted to its vapor phase by heating the liquid
500
define Light
electromagnetic radiation that lies within the visible range
500
define Matter
a solid, liquid, or gas that possesses inertia and is capable of occupying space
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