Science Vocabulary: C Words Flashcards

Study Notes

Celsius Scale

Temperature scale where water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C.
Commonly used worldwide for scientific and daily temperature measurements.

Centripetal Force

Force that directs an object to move in a circular path.
Essential in understanding motion in rotating systems, like planets and satellites.

Change of State

Physical transformation of matter from one state (solid, liquid, gas) to another.
Examples include melting, freezing, evaporation, and condensation.

Chemical Energy

Potential energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.
Released during chemical reactions; essential in biological processes and energy production.

Combustion

Process of burning fuel to generate thermal energy.
Involves a chemical reaction between a fuel and oxygen, producing heat and light.

Compound Machine

Device that consists of two or more simple machines working together.
Increases efficiency and effectiveness, e.g., bicycles and wheelbarrows.

Condensation

Transition from gas phase to liquid phase in matter.
Observed in processes like the formation of dew or water droplets on cold surfaces.

Conduction

Heat transfer through direct contact of particles in matter.
Fundamental process for temperature distribution in solids, liquids, and gases.

Conductor

Material that allows heat to pass through it easily.
Examples include metals like copper and aluminum, commonly used in electrical wiring.

Convection

Heat transfer through the movement of currents within a fluid (liquid or gas).
Crucial in atmospheric phenomena, ocean currents, and heat distribution in cooking.

Description

Test your knowledge of essential science vocabulary words that begin with the letter 'C'. This quiz covers terms like Celsius Scale, Centripetal Force, Change of State, and Chemical Energy, helping you to understand their definitions and applications in science.