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Chemistry
A branch of physical science that is concerned with the study of matter and energy and how they interact.
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formula
Chemistry; General chemistry
A set of symbols that shows what a chemical compound is made up of. A formula lists the elements in the compound.
epoxy
Chemistry; General chemistry
A very sticky substance that is made in the laboratory and is barely affected by other chemical compounds.
silica
Chemistry; General chemistry
A chemical compound that is made of elements silicon and oxygen. Silica is found in most of the rocks.
synthesis
Chemistry; General chemistry
The formation of a chemical compound by combining chemical elements is called synthesis in chemistry.
synthetic
Chemistry; General chemistry
Relating to a substance that has been made by scientists in the laboratory. Nylon is a synthetic fabric.
superconductor
Chemistry; General chemistry
A metal, alloy, ceramic, or other material that can conduct an electric current with almost no resistance.
stable
Chemistry; General chemistry
Relating to an atom that is not radioactive and will not change on its own into a smaller atom.
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