Scientific Explanation Terms

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

• The project was delayed because of unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.
• I couldn't go to the party because I had to work late.
• I didn't text back because I was ghosting him.
• She couldn't see the beauty of the painting because she was blind to its details.