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Things Not Seen Chapters 13-17 Vocabulary
Vocabulary 13-17
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English
7th Grade
02/22/2012

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Archeologist
Definition
The scientific study of prehistoric peoples and their cultures
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Absorptive
Definition
A reduction of the intensity of any form of energy as a result of energy conversion in an object
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Maladjustment
Definition
Faulty, bad or unsatisfactory change of condition
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Infrared
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Electromagnetic radiation of wavelengths invisible to the eye
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Sleuthing
Definition
To track or trail, as a detective
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Warrant
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A legal document authorizing an officer to make an arrest, seize property, or make a search
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Radical
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: A person who favors necessary political, economic, and social change by direct and often uncompromising methods
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Collusion
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A secret agreement
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Jurisdiction
Definition
The right, power, and authority to take legal action
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Reciprocal
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In exchange or return
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Albino
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A person with pale skin, light hair, pinkish eyes, and visual abnormalities resulting from an inability to produce melanin in the skin
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Ignorant
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Lacking in knowledge or training; unlearned
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