Vocabulary Builder: Science and Technology Terms

Chemical Compounds

• Flavorings are substances that give food a good taste.

Types of Compounds

• Inorganic compounds are types of compounds that do not contain carbon atoms.

Electronic Devices

• Radar is a device that uses electromagnetic waves to calculate the distance of an object.

Building and Engineering

• Construction refers to the erection or assembly of large structures.
• Civil engineering is a type of engineering that involves building dams and tunnels.
• An architect is an engineer who makes a detailed drawing of a building.

Chemistry

• Aromatic compounds are chemicals that contain the benzene ring.

Automotive Parts

• An alternator is a part of the car that produces electricity.

Surface Treatment

• Abrading means to polish or sharpen by rubbing on a rough surface.

Materials

• Waterproof material is a type of material that does not allow rain to get into it.

Test your knowledge of various science and technology terms, including chemistry, physics, and engineering concepts.