Materials Science

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a stable subatomic particle with a charge of negative electricity, found in all atoms and acting as the primary carrier of electricity in solids

  • The movement of an electron within an atom can be described by quantum mechanics.
  • I heard that electrons are the tiny particles that orbit around the nucleus of an atom.
  • Yo, did you know electrons are like the little guys that do all the work in an atom?
  • Her energy level was like an electron, constantly moving and buzzing with excitement.

noun a material consisting of extremely thin fibers made of carbon atoms, used in various applications for its strength and lightweight properties

  • The aerospace industry often uses carbon fibre composites for their lightweight and strong properties.
  • My new bike frame is made of carbon fibre, so it's really light and fast.
  • Dude, that carbon fibre hood on your car looks sick!
  • Her words were like carbon fibre, strong and unyielding in their impact.

noun a noun referring to the opposition that a material offers to the passage of sound waves

  • The acoustic reactance of the material affects the transmission of sound waves.
  • The acoustic reactance of this speaker is really high, so the sound quality is amazing.
  • I don't understand all this talk about acoustic reactance, it's too technical for me.
  • Her emotional walls acted as an acoustic reactance, blocking out any attempts to get close to her.

noun a branch of chemistry that deals with chemicals used in aviation and aerospace industries

  • The company specializes in the production of aerochemical products used in aviation.
  • I heard they're working on some new aerochemical formulas for airplane maintenance.
  • Have you seen the latest aerochemical stuff they're developing? It's pretty cool.
  • His mind was like an aerochemical lab, constantly mixing and creating new ideas.