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Ciencias ACT - Electromagnetismo y Mecánica

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con el electromagnetismo y la mecánica, como "torque", "anode", "fulcrum", etc., que te ayudarán a dominar tus ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for Science
voltage
[Sustantivo]

the electronic potential and force whose measurement unit is volts

voltaje

voltaje

resistor
[Sustantivo]

an electrical component designed to limit or control the flow of electric current in a circuit, typically by providing resistance

resistor, resistencia

resistor, resistencia

Ex: Resistors play a role in shaping the frequency response of audio circuits , influencing the tone in electronic musical instruments .
circuit
[Sustantivo]

the complete circle through which an electric current flows, typically consists of the source of electric energy

circuito

circuito

Ex: The current in circuit can be measured using an ammeter .
semiconductor
[Sustantivo]

a solid substance that conducts electricity or heat better than insulators, but not as well as most metals

semiconductor

semiconductor

superconductivity
[Sustantivo]

a phenomenon where certain materials conduct electricity without resistance when cooled to extremely low temperatures

superconductividad, superconductividad eléctrica

superconductividad, superconductividad eléctrica

Ex: superconductivity could revolutionize electronics and power grids .

to apply an electric charge to a conductor

electrizar, electrificar

electrizar, electrificar

Ex: To demonstrate the concept , the teacher showed how electrify a balloon by rubbing it on wool .
electrode
[Sustantivo]

a conductor through which electricity travels to or from an object, such as batteries

electrodo

electrodo

anode
[Sustantivo]

a positively charged electrode in an electrical device where oxidation occurs, resulting in the release of electrons

ánodo

ánodo

Ex: An anode rod is used in water heaters to prevent corrosion of the tank by attracting corrosive elements.
cathode
[Sustantivo]

a negatively charged electrode within an electrical device, from which electrons flow out into the external circuit

cátodo

cátodo

Ex: In a rechargeable battery , such as a lithium-ion battery , cathode undergoes reduction during charging , allowing it to store energy for later use .
static electricity
[Sustantivo]

a form of electricity generated by friction between two materials, resulting in an imbalance of electric charges on their surfaces

electricidad estática, carga estática

electricidad estática, carga estática

Ex: Static electricity is used in photocopiers and laser printers to attract toner particles to paper .
rechargeable
[Adjetivo]

(of a battery or device) capable of being supplied with electrical power again

recargable, que se puede recargar

recargable, que se puede recargar

Ex: His bike lights rechargeable via a USB cable .
generator
[Sustantivo]

a machine that produces electricity by converting mechanical energy into electrical energy

generador

generador

Ex: generators are useful during camping trips or emergencies to provide temporary electrical power .
solar cell
[Sustantivo]

a device that converts the energy of the sun into electricity

panel solar

panel solar

Ex: solar cells on rooftops can reduce dependence on fossil fuels and lower electricity bills .
solar irradiance
[Sustantivo]

the amount of solar energy received per unit area on Earth's surface

irradiancia solar, radiación solar

irradiancia solar, radiación solar

radiation
[Sustantivo]

the energy transmitted in the form of particles or waves through the space or a matter

radiación

radiación

Ex: Radioactive materials radiation that can be harmful to living organisms .
photovoltaic
[Adjetivo]

related to the technology that turns sunlight directly into electricity

fotovoltaico, fotovoltaica

fotovoltaico, fotovoltaica

Ex: Research photovoltaic materials aims to improve the efficiency of solar energy conversion .
electromagnetic
[Adjetivo]

referring to the combined interaction of electric and magnetic fields, often associated with waves or radiation

electromagnético

electromagnético

Ex: Electromagnetic induction occurs when a changing magnetic field induces an electric current in a conductor .
magnetic field
[Sustantivo]

an invisible area around a magnetic object where magnetic forces can attract or repel other objects

campo magnético, campo de magnetismo

campo magnético, campo de magnetismo

Ex: Magnets can attract certain metals because they create magnetic field around them .
lever
[Sustantivo]

a long rigid bar that is put under a heavy object in order to move it

palanca

palanca

Ex: With the help of lever, they managed to pry open the stuck door .
vibration
[Sustantivo]

the rapid back-and-forth movement of an object

vibración, oscilación

vibración, oscilación

Ex: Tuning forks produce a clear tone when struck due to their vibration.
fulcrum
[Sustantivo]

a point or support on which a lever pivots or rotates in order to lift or move objects

fulcro

fulcro

Ex: His unwavering support was fulcrum upon which the team 's success rested , providing stability and guidance during challenging times .
torque
[Sustantivo]

a rotational force measured in newton-meters or foot-pounds

torque, momento de torsión

torque, momento de torsión

Ex: The force applied to turn a steering wheel torque.
spring constant
[Sustantivo]

a measure of a spring's stiffness, indicating how much force is needed to stretch or compress it

constante de resorte, constante de elasticidad

constante de resorte, constante de elasticidad

counterweight
[Sustantivo]

a mass used to provide balance to another mass

contrapeso, contrapeso

contrapeso, contrapeso

Ex: In the clock mechanism , counterweight helps regulate the movement of the pendulum .
supersonic
[Adjetivo]

having a speed greater than that of sound

supersónico, supersónica

supersónico, supersónica

Ex: The military supersonic missiles for swift and precise strikes against targets .
aviation
[Sustantivo]

the study of the design, development, and operation of aircrafts, focusing on principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, and material science

aviación, aeronautica

aviación, aeronautica

robotics
[Sustantivo]

an area of technology that is concerned with the study or use of robots

robótica

robótica

acceleration
[Sustantivo]

(physics) the increase in velocity over time

aceleración, aceleramiento

aceleración, aceleramiento

Ex: acceleration means quicker velocity change .
terminal velocity
[Sustantivo]

the constant speed reached by a falling object when the drag force equals the gravitational force pulling it downward, resulting in no further acceleration

velocidad terminal, velocidad de caída libre

velocidad terminal, velocidad de caída libre

Ex: Meteorologists terminal velocity to predict how fast hailstones will fall during storms .
hydraulic
[Adjetivo]

relating to the transmission or control of fluids under pressure within confined systems or machinery

hidráulico

hidráulico

Ex: Optimization of pressurized flows within marine vessels constitutes an active area hydraulic study .
gravity
[Sustantivo]

(physics) the universal force of attraction between any pair of objects with mass

gravedad

gravedad

Ex: The strength gravity on Earth 's surface is approximately 9.81 meters per second squared ( m / s² ) .
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