Explore the fundamental principles and latest discoveries across physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy. This topic covers scientific methods and breakthroughs.
Science offers a universe of precision and wonder for crossword puzzles, challenging solvers with terms from biology, chemistry, physics, and astronomy. From atomic structures and genetic codes to distant galaxies and theoretical concepts, this category provides a rigorous yet rewarding experience. Clues can range from common scientific phenomena to complex terminology, often requiring logical deduction and specialized knowledge, making them perfect for those who enjoy a cerebral challenge and a journey of discovery.
Crossword clues used in science puzzles, with answers and links to play.
“Resistance encountered when surfaces slide”
FRICTION (8)
“Type of energy possessed by a body in motion”
KINETIC (7)
“Rotational equivalent of linear force”
TORQUE (6)
“Unit of electromotive force”
VOLT (4)
“Energy transfer due to temperature difference”
HEAT (4)
“Speed of something in a given direction”
VELOCITY (8)
“Electromagnetic radiation visible to the eye”
LIGHT (5)
“The capacity to do work”
ENERGY (6)
“A push or pull acting upon an object”
FORCE (5)
“Atom with same protons but different neutrons”
ISOTOPE (7)
“Product of force and displacement”
WORK (4)
“Quantity having both magnitude and direction”
VECTOR (6)
“Curved glass used to refract light”
LENS (4)
“Positively charged subatomic particle”
PROTON (6)
“The gas we breathe to survive”
OXYGEN (6)
“Shiny metal used for jewelry and coins”
SILVER (6)
“Element with atomic number five”
BORON (5)
“Negatively charged particle orbiting a nucleus”
ELECTRON (8)
“The metal element found in table salt”
SODIUM (6)
“A substance with a pH less than seven”
ACID (4)
“A glass container used in laboratories to hold liquids”
FLASK (5)
“A compound containing at least one oxygen atom”
OXIDE (5)
“An atom with an electrical charge”
ION (3)
“Noble gas used in bright glowing signs”
NEON (4)
“The basic building blocks of all matter”
ATOMS (5)
“A substance that neutralizes acids”
BASE (4)
“Shiny yellow precious metal”
GOLD (4)
“Metal element used to coat cans”
TIN (3)
“Two or more substances combined but not chemically bonded”
MIXTURE (7)
“State of matter that flows and has a definite volume”
LIQUID (6)
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