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Physical Science Vocab 19

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Angle of IncidenceThe angle that a line makes with a line perpendicular to the surface at the point of incidence,
Carrier WaveAn electromagnetic wave that can be modulated, as in frequency, amplitude, or phase, to transmit speech, music, images, or other signals.,
Concave LensA lens that is thinner in the center than at the edges.,
Double BondA chemical bond formed when two atoms share two pairs of electrons with each other.,
ElementIs a pure chemical substance consisting of one type of atom distinguished by its atomic number, which is the number of protons in its nucleus.,
Gamma RadiationA form of nuclear radiation consisting of high- energy waves.,
Incandescent LightGeneral name given to illumination that's produced from an electrically heated source, such as a lamp's tungsten wire filament.,
LanthanidesA group of elements in the first row of the rare earth elements in the periodic table.,
Mechanical WaveA wave that requires a medium through which they travel,
Nuclear EnergyEnergy release by a nuclear reaction, especially by fission or fusion.,
PlasmaA state of matter in which atoms are stripped of their electrons and the nuclei are packed closely together,
Rechargeable BatteryA battery in which the products of the electrochemical reaction can be changed back into reactants to be reused.,
Sound WavesAlternating layers of compressed and expanded air particles that spread out in all directions from a vibrating object.,
Third ProngThe round prong of a plug which connects the metal shell of an appliance to the safety grounding wire of a building,



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