Meanings of the Terms/Words which are used in General Science Grade VI, VII and VIII
Meanings of the Terms/Words which are used in General Science Grade VI, VII and VIII Term/Word Meaning Glossary A list of terms in a special subject, field, or area of usage. Acid A compound containing hydrogen which dissolves in water to produce hydrogen ions (H+) in the solution. Acid rain Rain water which is more acidic than usual. Rain water normally has a pH between 5 & 6 but acid rains have pH below 5 Acidic salts Salt obtained as a result of reaction between strong acid & weak base (Na2 CO3) Aerosol A pressurized container used to spray liquids, like paint, in a fine mist Alkali A base which dissolves in water is an alkali Alveolus An air sac found in the ling which is adapted for gaseous exchange Ammeter An instrument for measuring electric current Antibiotics Chemicals used to treat many infectious disea...