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General science

A variety of science subjects concerning the fundamental knowledge about different aspects of our world and their underlying principles.

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condensation

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The change of a gas or a vapor into a liquid, either by cooling or by being exposed to greater pressure.

concentration

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The amount of a substance that is contained in another substance.A glass of water with two spoons of salt has more concentration than a glass with one spoon of salt in it.

culture

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Living material, such as bacteria or a batch of cells, that is grown in a culture medium so it can be studied.

cyclotron

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A machine that causes particles that are parts of an atom, such as protons and electrons, to move very fast through a spiral shaped tube.

decibel

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A unit used to measure the loudness or strength of a sound. The speaking voice of most people measures between 45 and 75 decibels.

farsighted

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Able to see distant objects more easily than nearby objects. In farsighted people, light is focused behind the retina.

flammable

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Easy to set fire to and able to burn very quickly is called as flammable.

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