The science of the composition, structure, properties and reactions of carbon based matter, especially of atomic and molecular systems (organic chemistry)

To remove salts and other chemicals from sea or saline water.

An atom that gives off nuclear radiation and has the same number of protons (atomic number) as another atom but a different number of neutrons.

Any device used to extend human capability including computer-based tools.

Construction technology

The ways that humans build structures on sites.

Electronic communication

System for transmission of information using electronic technology (digital cameras, cell phone, internet, television)

The application of scientific, physical, mechanical and mathematical principles to design processes, products and structures that improve the quality of life.

Of or relating to the design of equipment or devices to fit the human body's control, position, movement and environment.

A solid that, because of its quanity or concentration or its physical, chemical or infectious characteristics, may cause or pose a substantual present or potential danger to human health or the environment when improperly treated, stored, transported.

Information technology

The technical means that humans create to store and transmit information.

Instructional technology

Any mechanical aid (including computer technology) used to assist in or enhance the process of teaching and learning.

Manufacturing technology

The ways that humans produce goods and products.

The ways humans construct, manufacture and transport products.

Through chewing and/or grinding, microorganisms feed on non-woody course particulate matter, primarily leaves.

Technological design process

Recognizing the problem, proposing a solution, implementing the solution, evaluating the solution and communicating the problem, design and solution.

The application of tools, materials, processes and systems to solve problems and extend human capabilities.

Transportation systems

A group of related parts that function together to perform a major task in any form of transportation.

Transportation technology

The physical ways humans move materials, goods and people.

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Mr. Biando's Lab

Mr. Biando's Lab - Physical & Tech Science - PSSA glossary terms

Term	Definition
Carbon Chemistry	The science of the composition, structure, properties and reactions of carbon based matter, especially of atomic and molecular systems (organic chemistry)
Desalinization	To remove salts and other chemicals from sea or saline water.
Incinerate	Burning to ashes.
Radioactive isotope	An atom that gives off nuclear radiation and has the same number of protons (atomic number) as another atom but a different number of neutrons.
Tool	Any device used to extend human capability including computer-based tools.
Construction technology	The ways that humans build structures on sites.
Electronic communication	System for transmission of information using electronic technology (digital cameras, cell phone, internet, television)
Engineering	The application of scientific, physical, mechanical and mathematical principles to design processes, products and structures that improve the quality of life.
Ergonomical	Of or relating to the design of equipment or devices to fit the human body's control, position, movement and environment.
Hazardous waste	A solid that, because of its quanity or concentration or its physical, chemical or infectious characteristics, may cause or pose a substantual present or potential danger to human health or the environment when improperly treated, stored, transported.
Information technology	The technical means that humans create to store and transmit information.
Instructional technology	Any mechanical aid (including computer technology) used to assist in or enhance the process of teaching and learning.
Manufacturing technology	The ways that humans produce goods and products.
Physical technology	The ways humans construct, manufacture and transport products.
Shredder	Through chewing and/or grinding, microorganisms feed on non-woody course particulate matter, primarily leaves.
Technological design process	Recognizing the problem, proposing a solution, implementing the solution, evaluating the solution and communicating the problem, design and solution.
Technology education	The application of tools, materials, processes and systems to solve problems and extend human capabilities.
Transportation systems	A group of related parts that function together to perform a major task in any form of transportation.
Transportation technology	The physical ways humans move materials, goods and people.

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