GEP 9a-A Flashcard: Vocabulary; Cause and Effect

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What does it mean to 'descend' in a context of a mountain?

Back

To move downwards on a mountain.

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If something is described as 'astonishing', how would you feel about it?

Back

You would feel amazed or shocked.

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What is a 'predator' in nature?

Back

An organism that hunts and kills other organisms for food.

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If a material is 'transparent', what can you do with it?

Back

You can see through it.

Front

Invisible

Back

An object that cannot be seen or perceived visually.

Front

If a situation is described as 'absurd', how might it be perceived?

Back

It may be perceived as illogical or ridiculous.

Front

What happens when a ball 'bounces' off the ground?

Back

The ball compresses and then rebounds, bouncing back up.

Front

Commence

Back

It indicates the start of an event.

Front

Evolution

Back

Evolution is the change in the heritable characteristics of biological populations over successive generations.

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What does a 'flash' typically indicate in a dark room?

Back

A sudden burst of light.