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  • Science Terms Starting with 'C': A Comprehensive List
    It's impossible to list *all* the science words starting with "C" because the field is so vast and constantly evolving. However, here are some common ones, categorized for easier understanding:

    Biology:

    * Cell: The basic unit of life.

    * Chromosome: A thread-like structure carrying genetic information.

    * Chlorophyll: The green pigment in plants that absorbs light for photosynthesis.

    * Catalyst: A substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed.

    * Carbohydrate: A type of organic molecule made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen (e.g., sugars, starches).

    * Cytoplasm: The gel-like substance within a cell.

    * Cellular Respiration: The process by which cells break down glucose to release energy.

    Chemistry:

    * Catalyst: (see above)

    * Carbon: An element essential for life and organic compounds.

    * Compound: A substance formed when two or more elements are chemically combined.

    * Concentration: The amount of a substance per unit volume or mass.

    * Combustion: A chemical process of rapid reaction between a substance and an oxidant, usually producing heat and light.

    * Catalyst: A substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed.

    Physics:

    * Charge: A fundamental property of matter that can be positive or negative.

    * Current: The flow of electric charge.

    * Conduction: The transfer of heat or electricity through a material.

    * Convection: The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids.

    * Celsius: A scale for measuring temperature.

    * Conservation of Energy: A fundamental law stating that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

    * Collision: The interaction between two or more objects that come into contact.

    * Comet: A celestial body made of ice and dust that orbits the sun.

    * Constant: A value that does not change.

    Other:

    * Climate: The long-term weather patterns of a region.

    * Computer: An electronic device that processes information.

    * Cosmos: The universe.

    * Crystal: A solid material with a highly ordered arrangement of atoms.

    * Culture: The customs, beliefs, and social behaviors of a group of people.

    Remember: This is just a starting point. There are many other science words that start with "C." If you have a specific area of science in mind, you can search for lists or dictionaries related to that field.

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