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Magnet
Chemistry; Materials chemistry
A rock, piece of metal, or other object that attracts iron, steel, and some other metals and alloys.
Paraffin
Chemistry; Materials chemistry
A white or colourless substance that is like wax. It is used to make candles and to seal jars.
Beaker
Chemistry; Materials chemistry
A wide glass container that is shaped like a cylinder and has a rim with a dip for pouring.
Fibre optic
Chemistry; Materials chemistry
The use of thin tubes or fibres of glass to carry light from one place to another. fibre optics allow light to be transmitted.
Glass
Chemistry; Materials chemistry
A hard substance that lets light through and breaks easily. Glass is made by melting sand with lime.
Kerosene
Chemistry; Materials chemistry
A light coloured oil that is made from petroleum. It burns easily and is used as a fuel for lamps.
Nylon
Chemistry; Materials chemistry
A strong, flexible substance that can be made into fibres, sheets, or bristles, and is used to make fabrics and plastics.