7th Grade Science Vocabulary Words WE MUST KNOw

Front

What is the term for the way a material reflects light?

Back

Luster

Front

What is the speed and direction of a moving object known as?

Back

Velocity

Front

What is an abbreviation for each element on the periodic table?

Back

Chemical symbol

Front

What is how quickly the velocity of an object changes?

Back

Acceleration

Front

What is another name for heat energy?

Back

Thermal energy

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

What is the ability of a material to conduct electricity?

Back

Conductivity

Front

What is the ability of a material to be stretched into a wire?

Back

Ductility

Front

What is the ability of a material to be hammered or pressed into shapes without breaking?

Back

Malleability

Front

What is the energy of motion called?

Back

Kinetic energy

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

Front

What is the energy stored in an object due to its position?

Back

Potential energy

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-2