Science Glossary
  • 500+ key scientific terms visualized in stunning images and concise textual definitions
  • Short 30–60 second films using memorable visual and written learning cues
  • Clear and engaging, Twig Science Glossary reinforces the learning of key curriculum terms
Line spectra

Line spectra

A set of well-defined lines within the electromagnetic spectrum, emitted by hot or excited matter.

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Diffraction

Diffraction

The bending or spreading of waves when they encounter an obstacle.

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Groundwater Glossary video

Groundwater Glossary video

Water that fills spaces in porous rocks, sediments and soil, below the level of the water table.

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Interglacial period

Interglacial period

A period of warmer climate in between the glacial periods of an ice age.

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Equilibrium

Equilibrium

A reversible chemical reaction reaches equilibrium when the concentrations of the reactants and products are constant.

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Ionization

Ionization

The process of stripping electrons from, or adding them to, atoms or molecules to produce charged ions.

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