Induction

Ideally, a form of reasoning in which one moves from one or more premises to a conclusion in such a way that while the conclusion seems to have been given some justification, it ...

induction

Anthropology; Cultural anthropology

A method of reasoning in which one proceeds by generalization from a series of specific observations so as to derive general conclusions (cf. Deduction).

induction (B)

Materials science; Magnetics

The magnetic flux per unit area of a section normal to the direction of flux. Measured in Gauss, in the C.G.S. system of units.

fahrenheit

Science; Basic science

This is Fahrenheit scale of temperature, in which the freezing point of water is set at 32 degrees and the boiling point of water is set at 212 degrees.

bone marrow

Science; Basic science

The soft,sponge like material that fills the center of the bones of mammals. Most blood cells form in the bone marrow.

boiling point

Science; Basic science

The temperature at which a liquid changes to a gas or vapour.The vapours moving out of the liquid create so much pressure that they form bubbles.

bond

Science; Basic science

An attraction between atoms that holds them together in a molecule or crystal.Bonds are formed when one or more electrons are shared between atoms.

apogee

Science; Basic science

The point in the orbit of an object in space, such as the Moon, where it is farthest from the object it revolves around, such as Earth.

alpha particles

Science; Basic science

A particle of matter that is made of two protons and two neutrons. Alpha particles shoot out of nucleus of some radio-active element when they break down into smaller elements ...