Unit 4 Roots Flashcard

Front

What does circumvent mean?

Back

To avoid by clever or indirect means.

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What is the meaning of cycle?

Back

A series of events that repeat in the same order.

Front

Which word is closest in meaning to cyclical?

Back

Repeating.

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Which word is a synonym for circumference?

Back

Perimeter.

Front

A tornado is a type of _______.

Back

cyclone.

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What is the definition of perimeter?

Back

The distance around a two-dimensional shape.

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What does the term 'cyclone' refer to?

Back

A large scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure.

Front

What is the relationship between circumference and diameter?

Back

Circumference is approximately 3.14 times the diameter of a circle.

Front

What does 'circuit' mean in a scientific context?

Back

A complete and closed path around which a circulating electric current can flow.

Front

What is an example of a cyclical event in nature?

Back

The changing of seasons.