7th Grade Science Vocabulary Words WE MUST KNOw

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What is the formula for speed?

Back

Speed = distance divided by time.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

What is the amount of matter in an object called?

Back

Mass.

Front

What term describes the contact force that resists the sliding motion of two surfaces that are touching?

Back

Friction.

Front

Group of elements that have properties of metals and nonmetals?

Back

Metalloids.

Front

What is the term for the way a material reflects light?

Back

Luster.

Front

What is the term for the measure of how much space an object occupies?

Back

Volume.

Front

What is the force that pulls objects toward each other?

Back

Gravity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

What is the term for the ability of a material to conduct electricity?

Back

Conductivity.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

Front

What is the term for the resistance of an object to change its state of motion?

Back

Inertia.

Front

What is the term for the amount of mass per unit volume of a substance?

Back

Density.