Lesson 14 Modern Meaning

Question 1

isotope

Answer 1

each of two or more forms of the same element that contain equal numbers of protons but different numbers of neutrons in their nuclei, and hence differ in relative atomic mass but not in chemical properties; in particular, a radioactive form of an element

Question 2

cyclorama

Answer 2

a circular picture of a 360° scene, viewed from inside

Question 3

petrography

Answer 3

the branch of science concerned with the description and classification of rocks, especially by microscopic study

Question 4

epigram

Answer 4

a pithy saying or remark expressing an idea in a clever and amusing way

Question 5

archiepiscopal

Answer 5

of or relating to an archbishop

Question 6

orthography

Answer 6

the conventional spelling system of a language

Question 7

barometer

Answer 7

an instrument measuring atmospheric pressure, used especially in forecasting the weather and determining altitude

Question 8

holograph

Answer 8

a manuscript handwritten by the person named as its author

Question 9

calligraphy

Answer 9

decorative handwriting or handwritten lettering

Question 10

isobar

Answer 10

1 Meteorology a line on a map connecting points having the same atmospheric pressure at a given time or on average over a given period
2 Physics each of two or more isotopes of different elements, with the same atomic weight.