Science Terminology for 11-13 Yr Olds --- (Jon Witts)
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Amplitudedetermines how loud or soft a sound is
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amylase enzymeenzyme responsible for the breakdown of starch.
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Anaerobic respirationchemical reactions that release energy without oxygen
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Angle of incidenceangle between the normal and an incident ray
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Angle of reflectionangle between the normal and a reflected ray
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Angle of refractionangle between the normal and a refracted ray
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antibodieschemicals produced by certain white blood cells, help to destroy microbes
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anusthe end point of the digestive system.
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Apparent depthdistance an object appears to be below the surface of a transparent material (due to refraction)
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Arteriesblood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
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