Fall 2022

of the same kind

domain

Most inclusive taxonomic category; larger than a kingdom

milky way

A large spiral galaxy that is home to Earth and the rest of our solar system, and about a trillion stars.

contingent

(adj.) likely but not certain to happen, possible; dependent on uncertain events or conditions; happening by chance; (n.) a representative group forming part of a larger body

shallow

lacking depth of intellect or knowledge

refine

to make more pure or precise

iscosceles triangle

has at least two congruent sides and angles

equalateral triangle

a triangle with all equal sides

scalene

no congruent sides

complemantary angles

Two angles that share the same vertex that add up to 90 degrees

supplementary

Two angles whose sum is 180 degrees

angle

A figure formed by two rays with a common endpoint

verticle angle

each of the pairs of opposite angles made by two intersecting lines.

linear pair

A pair of adjacent angles whose noncommon sides are opposite rays.

subduction zone

The region where oceanic plates sink down into the asthenosphere.

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