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experiment A humorous attempt to test a hypothesis or theory, often involving unconventional methods. ■ "I conducted an experiment to see if people would prefer chocolate over broccoli. I dipped some broccoli in melted chocolate and offered it to my friends. To my surprise, they all took a bite of the chocolate-covered broccoli! It's safe to say that this was one successful experiment."
variance The amount by which actual outcomes differ from expected outcomes in a study or experiment. ■ "I conducted an experiment to test the effectiveness of different types of coffee, but the results showed such a high variance that I can't draw any conclusions."
Acids A type of chemical compound known for their sour taste and ability to corrode metal. ■ "I accidentally spilled some acid on my shirt, now it smells like a science experiment gone wrong."
Empirical Relating to or based on observation, experience, and experiment. ■ When the chef decided to make his famous dish empirically, he tasted it himself to ensure it was perfect.
interest A feeling of concern or sympathy for someone or something. ■ John's interest in cooking led him to experiment with different recipes and impress his friends at dinner parties.
lab A place where scientific experiments are conducted. ■ "I need to conduct my experiment in a well-equipped lab with all the latest technology."
mol A tiny unit of measurement used to indicate the amount of a substance needed for a specific reaction or experiment. ■ "I need 10 mols of hydrogen chloride to create 1 mole of water."
unknowns A group of people or things that are not yet known or identified. They may be mysterious, enigmatic, or simply unpredictable. ■ "The unknowns in this experiment could lead to some truly groundbreaking discoveries."
brewing The art of making beer, coffee, tea, or other alcoholic beverages by combining ingredients and allowing them to ferment. ■ Sam's brewing skills were put to the test when he tried to recreate his famous "Brew-tiful" stout, which had won first place at the local beer festival. Unfortunately, it ended up tasting more like a science experiment gone wrong than a delicious beverage.
Cooking The art of preparing and presenting food, often involving the use of heat and various cooking utensils. ■ "I may not be the best cook in the world, but my famous spaghetti sauce recipe is simply unbeatable.", ■ "My grandma's cooking is so good that I could eat her food every day for the rest of my life.", ■ "I love to cook and experiment with different recipes, but sometimes I end up making a disaster like burnt toast or raw eggs.", ■ "Cooking is not just about following a recipe, it's also about adding your own personal touch and creating something unique and delicious.", ■ "I used to hate cooking, but after watching my favorite chef on TV, I'm now addicted to experimenting with new recipes and techniques."
Curie A type of radiation named after the Polish and naturalized-French physicist and chemist Marie Curie, who pioneered research on radioactivity. ■ "I accidentally spilled a drop of curie on myself while conducting my experiment. Now I'm glowing like a nuclear reactor!
endeavor An attempt to do something, often with little or no success. ■ John's endeavor to bake a cake from scratch was a complete disaster. He ended up with a lopsided, burnt cake that looked more like a failed experiment than a dessert.
laboratory A place where people do experiments and study things, usually with the goal of making something better or finding out something new. ■ "I went to the laboratory to conduct an experiment on how to make a perfect sandwich. After many failed attempts, I finally found the secret ingredient: mayo! Now my sandwiches are legendary."
Newton A very smart and influential physicist who developed the laws of motion. ■ "Did you hear about Isaac Newton's famous experiment? He dropped an apple from a tree and discovered gravity. But did you know that he also had a sense of humor? One day, when asked what his favorite color was, he said 'I don't know, I haven't thought about it.'
occurs A funny thing happens that you can't explain. ■ I was walking down the street when I saw a flying pig. It just occurred to me that this must have been the result of some sort of magical experiment gone wrong.
Summoning The act of calling forth a spirit, demon, or other supernatural being by means of dark magic and blood sacrifice. ■ "I tried to summon a familiar for my homework, but I ended up with a demon instead. Oh well, it was a worthwhile experiment."
Victor A person who has won a contest or battle, often by being clever or cunning. ■ "The Victor of this year's science fair was the one who came up with the most ingenious experiment: turning a banana into a phone."