The Secret Science/Lions Vocabulary

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What does 'solar' mean?

Back

Relating to the sun.

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What is the meaning of the Latin root 'aero'?

Back

It means 'air'.

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What does 'radius' refer to in geometry?

Back

A line segment from the center of a circle to its circumference.

Front

What is a 'theory' in scientific terms?

Back

A set of ideas intended to explain facts or events.

Front

What is the definition of 'evolution'?

Back

The process by which species change over time.

Front

What does 'circumference' mean?

Back

The distance around a circle.

Front

What is the meaning of 'gravity'?

Back

A force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth.

Front

What does 'aerial' mean?

Back

Related to the air.

Front

What is a 'hypothesis'?

Back

A proposed explanation for a phenomenon.

Front

What does 'energy' refer to?

Back

The ability to do work or cause change.