Material Properties

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a basic unit of matter that consists of a dense central nucleus surrounded by a cloud of negatively charged electrons

  • The atom is the basic unit of matter.
  • I learned about atoms in my science class.
  • That party was atom! (awesome)
  • Her smile lit up the room like a nuclear atom.

noun a characteristic that is inherent or innate

adjective existing as a natural or essential characteristic

  • The inherent nature of the human mind is to seek knowledge and understanding.
  • It's just inherent in our family to always celebrate birthdays with a big party.
  • Her inherent talent for music is off the charts!
  • The artist believed that creativity was an inherent part of his soul.

noun the quality of being able to bounce back easily after being compressed or stretched

  • The scientist conducted experiments to measure the bounciness of different materials.
  • I love the bounciness of this new basketball I got.
  • The bounciness of that trampoline is off the charts!
  • Her enthusiasm for the project added a bounciness to the team's morale.

noun a type of synthetic resin made from the polymerization of formaldehyde and another compound, often used in the production of various plastic products

  • The manufacturer decided to use acetal resin for its durability and chemical resistance.
  • I heard they're making the new parts out of that acetal resin stuff.
  • This acetal resin is top-notch, it won't break no matter what.
  • Her heart was like an acetal resin, strong and unbreakable.

noun a noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'acoustic mass' is a noun that refers to a physical object or substance related to sound and vibration.

  • The acoustic mass of the concert hall was carefully calculated to ensure optimal sound quality.
  • The acoustic mass of this room makes it perfect for jam sessions.
  • I love the acoustic mass in this place, it really amplifies the music.
  • The acoustic mass of emotions in the room was palpable as the singer poured her heart out.