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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
Science; Basic science
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
Science; Basic science
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
Science; Basic science
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
Science; Basic science
German born American scientist whose theories changed the way scientists understand space and time. He formulated the theory of relativity.
Edison
Science; Basic science
American scientist who was one of the most productive inventors in history. He invented incandescent lamp in 1879.