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Basic science

The fundamental knowledge about various aspects of our world and their underlying principles.

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power

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Energy that is used to run machines. Steam is the power that runs steam engine, and electricity is the power that runs pumps.

pressure

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Force that is applied against a gas, liquid, or solid. Pressure is described as the amount of force on an area.

primary color

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One of a group of colors that can be mixed together in different amounts to make other colors.

fulcrum

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The point or support on which a lever turns. The fulcrum of a seesaw is the base on which the seesaw moves up and down.

resistance

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A force, such as friction, that prevents or slows down motion. Many cars are designed with sleek shapes in order to cut down wind resistance.

Einstein

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German born American scientist whose theories changed the way scientists understand space and time. He formulated the theory of relativity.

Edison

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American scientist who was one of the most productive inventors in history. He invented incandescent lamp in 1879.

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