S2 Curious Vocab List 2

The scientist presented a __________ scenario to explain the possible outcomes of the experiment.

• ridge

• pellet

• quantity

• hypothetical

After cleaning the surface with a strong __________, the bacteria count dropped significantly.

• homunculus

• disinfectant

• negligible

• groan

The machine dropped a small __________ of food into the cage every few minutes to feed the animals.

• pellet

• homunculus

• hypothetical

• disinfectant

The difference in temperature between the two points was so small, it was considered __________.

• quantity

• relieving

• negligible

• stitch

Taking a painkiller had a __________ effect, making the headache much more bearable.

• hypothetical

• stitch

• relieving

• groan

He let out a loud __________ when he realized he had forgotten his keys.

• homunculus

• groan

• stitch

• pellet

After the surgery, the doctor closed the cut with a single __________.

• hypothetical

• stitch

• homunculus

• pellet

We hiked along the mountain’s __________, enjoying the stunning view of the valley below.

• negligible

• groan

• quantity

• ridge

In medieval alchemy, a __________ was believed to be a tiny representation of a human.

• hypothetical

• homunculus

• quantity

• groan

The chef carefully measured the __________ of each ingredient to ensure the dish was perfect.

• quantity

• disinfectant

• ridge

• stitch