Chemistry

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effervescent
We enjoyed the effervescent bubbles in the sparkling water.
alkene
The chemical formula for ethylene, the simplest alkene, is C2H4.
alkane
Propane, another alkane, is commonly used for heating and cooking.
hydrocarbon
Scientists are studying how hydrocarbons can be used to create cleaner energy sources.
suspension
When you shake the bottle, the paint becomes a suspension that can be easily applied.
emulsion
The chef made a delicious salad dressing by creating an emulsion of olive oil and vinegar. mixture of two liquids that usually do not mix well together, like oil and water.
compound
Water is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.
molecule
The water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
organic chemistry
Understanding organic chemistry is essential for anyone pursuing a career in science.
fluorescent
The fluorescent lights in the classroom help us see better.
solute
The salt is the solute in the saltwater solution.
valence
The valence of an atom determines how it will bond with other atoms. In psychology, the valence of an emotion can be positive or negative.
at your mother's knee
She learned the importance of kindness at her mother's knee.
monomer
In the lab, we studied the properties of a specific monomer used in making plastics. small molecule that can join together with other similar molecules to form a larger structure called a polymer.
leachate
The landfill was carefully monitored to prevent leachate from contaminating the nearby river.
gyre (n)
The leaves danced in a gyre as the wind blew through the trees.
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