7th Grade: Invention and Innovations Essential Terms

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Innovate

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To make changes or introduce something new in a way that’s creative or different.

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Prototype

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The first model or sample of something from which others are made or developed.

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Invention

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A new device, process, or idea that someone creates for the first time.

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Original

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Being the first of its kind or not copied; brand new.

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Ingenious

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Very clever or inventive in thinking or solutions.

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Evaluate

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To judge or decide the value or quality of something.

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Analyze

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To break something down into parts to better understand it.

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Solve

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To find an answer or way to fix a problem.

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Adapt

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To change or adjust to fit new conditions or uses.

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Improve

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To make something better than before.