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Electro from electric
Magnetic from magnet
Describes the relationship between electric currents and magnetic fields |
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Pertaining to the nucleus of an atom – the most central part of an atom
From the Latin “nucleus” meaning “kernel” or “inner part” |
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| The friction between a falling object and the particles that make up air |
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| Involved in atomic decay (breaking down of atoms) |
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| The attraction between two objects with mass, depends on mass and distance |
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| Holds an atom's nucleus together |
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Amount of matter in an object
NOT the same as weight |
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A space devoid of matter (including air)
NOT a vacuum cleaner |
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