Glossary extracted starting with manual seeds, with BOW for the domain che and language EN

gatheringAssembling all the signatures in order
specific gravityThe specific gravity is a comparison of the mass of a substance to the mass of water with the same volume
wash marksAn uneven or lighter density on a print's leading edge created when the printing plate has too much water
free-form shapeIrregular and uneven shapes. 
toxicologyThe study of poisons, including identification, isolation, biological effects, mechanism of action, and development of antidotes.
wood freePaper made without groundwood or mechanical pulp
petrochemicalA chemical derived from petroleum or natural gas.
entropyMeasure of the disorder of a system.
xerographyAn imaging method that electrostatically charges ink toner particles, which are attracted to areas of the paper that have been given an electrical charge
latent heatThe amount of energy required to change a solid to a liquid or liquid to a gas.
crystal latticeA crystal lattice is a very exact organization of atoms that allows for a specific place for every molecule or atom in the solid
dead matterTypeset text or graphics that will not be reused.
pharmacologyThe study of drugs, which includes determination of biological activity, biological effects, breakdown and synthesis, and delivery.
solubleSoluble is the ability of a substance to dissolve in another substance
isochoricHaving constant volume.
nucleusThe nucleus of an atom is the center of the atom
experimentAn experiment is direct observation under controlled conditions
mortiseSee kerning.
geiger counterInstrument that measures radiation output.
x-y coordinatesA mathematical description of an element's position on a page.
boiling pointTemperature at which the atmospheric pressure is equal to the vapor pressure of a liquid and an equilibrium is established
dysplasiaabnormal growth or development of organs or cells
domoic acidDomoic acid is a toxic amino acid produced by certain species of algae
drugA biologically active compound or mixture used to cure, prevent, or detect disease, to control biological processes, or to alter mental state.
radioactiveSubstance containing an element which decays.
soapA salt of a fatty acid
unitA standard for comparison in measurements
polymeraseAn enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of nucleic acids on preexisting nucleic acid templates, such as assembling RNA from ribonucleotides or DNA from deoxyribonucleotides.
mutagenA material that induces genetic changes in the DNA of chromosomes
cross-hatchingUsing crossed lines to create shading.
duotoneA two color print created from a one color image
partial pressurePartial pressure is the pressure of one gas in a system of two or more nonreacting gases.
lambert's lawThe intensity of radiation passing through a material decays exponentially with path length b.
acida solution that has an excess of hydrogen ions (H+)
electronic color scannerAn electronic device similar to a photocopier that converts a physical color image into four separate, single color images, one for each of the three process colors plus black
evaporationEvaporation is a molecular phase change of a liquid to gas or vapor
moleA collection of 6.022* 1023 number of objects
widowA word, partial word or short line of text at the end of a paragraph, or a single line of text at the top of a page
autopositivePhotographic film or other materials that produce a visually equivalent image to the original
mechanicalSee pasteup.
jointThe location at which two or more adherends are held together with a layer of adhesive.
weavingArt of making fabric by interlacing two sets of parallel thread on a loom
ratioThe relative size of two quantities expressed as the quotient of one divided by the other; the ratio of a to b is written as a:b or a/b.
free energyEnergy that is actually available to do useful work
thermocoupleA thermocouple is a temperature sensor that generates a small voltage related to the temperature at the junction of two wires made of different materials
electronif it forms a bond with an element that is very keen to grab an electron, it becomes much more positive than an element that has plenty of other electrons left to hang around the positively charged nucleus
quantumSomething which comes in discrete units, for example, money is quantized (divided into units); it comes in quanta (divisions) of one cent.
iodismabnormal condition resulting from prolonged exposure to iodine
calligraphyA distinctive style of artistic handwriting created by using special pen nibs that allow a calligrapher to vary the thickness of a letter's line elements
primitive artArt that has imagery of folk art , it places emphasis on form and expression  and often looks child like.
karl zieglerhe was a keen mountain climber
offsetAn erroneous variation of the word "setoff"
refractionThe deflection of a wave as it passes from one medium to another, eg through a lens.
iridiumSymbol:"Ir" Atomic Number:"77" Atomic Mass: 192.22amu
heliumSymbol:"He" Atomic Number:"2" Atomic Mass: 4.00amu
digitalThe on/off signals that represent information within computerized systems
fiber puffingA rough texture on the surface of a coated, groundwood fiber paper created during the drying process.
hairline registerThe precision of alignment between colors meant to touch on a printed piece
kilnFurnace for firing clay
anti-aliasingThe process of averaging between pixels of different colors
nitrogenSymbol:"N" Atomic Number:"7" Atomic Mass: 14.00amu
absorptionadsorption is the build up of a molecule at a surface (such as an oil/water interface)
wood cutA printing method that uses a carved wood block or surface as the printing plate
lanthanide contractionAn effect that causes sixth period elements with filled 4f subshells to be smaller than otherwise expected
liquidLiquids are an in-between phase of matter, between solids and gases
half-lifeThe time it takes for a decaying radioactive substance to be reduced by half.
actinideElements 89-102 are called actinides
asymmetrical balanceBalance using unlike objects have equal visual weight or eye attraction
free radicalA single unpaired electron on an atom that is typically formed from chemical reactions involving oxygen.2 Can cause damage to cells, which can lead to cancer and other harmful diseases.
spaceThe area around and within an object. 
iridocyclitisinflammation of both eye's iris and its ciliary body.
gastroenteritisstomach and intestine inflammation.
chemical reactionThe transformation of substances by the rearrangement of their atoms.
monochromaticRelies on only one color family to create a design; uses a combination of tints, tones, and shades from the same family to achieve desired effect.
ashAsh is the noncombustible part of diesel (DPM)
citric acid cycleSee Krebs cycle.
reductionGain of hydrogen or gain of electrons
glucoseThe major sugar in the body and a key molecule in energy metabolism.
viscosityThe resistance of a fluid to flow; the ratio of shear stress between laminae of moving fluid and the rate of shear between these laminae.
teratogenAn material or agent causing physical defects in a developing embryo or fetus.
patternA motif repeated on a background.
molecular sieveA material that contains many small cavities interconnected with pores of precisely uniform size
corrosiveA chemical that causes visible destruction of or irreversible alterations in living tissue by chemical action at the site of contact, or which causes a severe corrosion rate in steel or aluminum.
moisture absorptionThe pickup of water vapor from the air by an adhesive
crystalSolid substance with a regular geometirc arrangement of atoms.
vitaminA substance that is critical for proper functioning of a living organism that the organism is unable to produce in sufficient quantities for itself.
fume hoodan enclosed laboratory cabinet with moveable sash or fixed access port on the front, connected to a ventilating system which may incorporate air scrubbing or filtering facilities
saltWhen you mix an acid and a base, the ionic compounds dissociate
critical temperatureThe critical temperature, T30%, is the exhaust temperature that is exceeded 30% of the operating time of the engine over a shift
camera-ready copyThe final image composition of line art, photographs, text and other graphic elements laid out in the size, position, and color they will be when reproduced on film or paper
densityMass per unit volume of a substance.
insolubleAn insoluble substance is one that is not able to dissolve in another substance
zoomTo enlarge.
endonucleaseAny of a group of enzymes catalyzing the hydrolysis of bonds between nucleic acids in the interior of a DNA or RNA molecule.
phenolpthaleinA common misspelling of phenolphthalein.
in vitroAn experimental situation outside a living cell or organism; biological or chemical work done in the test tube, instead of in living systems
quartoFolding a paper into four leaves, thus forming eight pages
bohr structureBohr atomic structure is considered the classic structure of an atom
breakacrossA continuous image that covers two facing pages without any visible gutter
glossThe "shininess" of a material as measured by the amount of light reflected from its surface
emulsionand not just two layers of liquid lying on top of each other
unit cellThe simplest arrangement of atoms or molecules that regularly repeats in a crystal structure.
actinA protein found in muscle tissue that acts together with myosin as a factor in muscle contraction.
isothermA contour line that corresponds to values measured at identical temperatures
cityscapePainting or drawing of city streets and building. 
hypoxiainsufficient oxygen reaching the tissues of the body.
white spaceThat part of an image that is free of text or images.
broad strokesWide drawn markings achieved by using the side of a drawing tool like charcoal, graphite, pastels etc.
wash drawingA black and gray watercolor with black line art which will be reproduced as a halftone.
pattern recognitionA computational technique used to find patterns and develop classification schemes for data in very large data sets.
neutral wedgeSee gray scale.
shadowsShaded areas in a drawing
periodRows in the periodic table are called periods
organellesSpecialized organs within cells.
rare earthAn oxide of a rare earth element.
varnish1
rutherfordiumSymbol:"Rf" Atomic Number:"104" Atomic Mass: (261)amu One of the postactinide elements
hygroscopicityThe ability of a substance to absorb moisture from air
intermolecular forceAn attraction or repulsion between molecules
patinaA thin layer of corrosion products with a distinctive coloration that forms on a metal surface exposed to air and water
object-orientedUsed to describe an image created by the use of a mathematical equation using x-y coordinates rather than a bitmap image (created using dots)
achromaticNo color or hue
veloxAn Eastman Kodak tradename for a photographic paper used for contact printing from a halftone negative
page description language(PDL) The format used to describe the position of elements within a page elements as well as the page's relative position within a document
webfedA printing press that uses a web, not cut sheets
teratogenA substance that can cause deformities in embryos
coatingA paint, varnish, lacquer or other finish used to create a protective and/or decorative layer
copperSymbol:"Cu" Atomic Number:"29" Atomic Mass: 63.55amu
carboxyl groupCarboxyl groups are chemical functional groups with one carbon, one hydrogen, and two oxygen atoms (COOH)
x-ray diffraction patternInterference patterns created by x-rays as they pass through a solid material
giulio nattahe was a keen mountain climber
knockoutWhite type on a black or dark background
nonobjectiveArt work without recognizable natural objects.  The images are produced from an artist imagination.
ribonucleotideA subunit that polymerizes into the nucleic acid RNA
irritantSubstance capable of causing a reversible or irreversible inflammatory effect on living tissue by chemical action at the site of contact as a function of concentration or duration of exposure.
cobaltSymbol:"Co" Atomic Number:"27" Atomic Mass: 58.93amu
dot spreadSee: dot gain; ink spread.
pistonA disc which fits tightly into the back of a cartridge against its content.
z axisThe third axis in a three dimensional configuration
diffusionThe random movement of molecules within a fluid.
letter foldFolding a printed piece horizontally at least twice, in the same vertical direction, thereby capturing the first fold in the second
biologicalrelating to biolegy;the study of plants and animals the science of how they produce and how they live
vector  A quantity that is determined by its magnitude and direction: forces and fields (see scalar).
x-ray tubeA cathode ray tube that focuses energetic streams of electrons on a metal target, causing the metal to emit x-rays.
compoundA substance containing more than one element.
backgroundThe area appearing behind the main subject or upon which the main subject is placed.
em dashA line the width of a font's uppercase m.
extendersIngredients frequently having some adhesive property, added to an adhesive composition in order to reduce the cost of the amount of the primary adhesive component required per unit of bond area.
stelShort Term Exposure Limits, or maximum concentration for a continuous exposure period of 15 minutes (with a maximum of four such periods per day, with at least 60 minutes between exposure periods, and the TLV-TWA is not exceeded.
implied lineLine that is suggested by a shade in color or value.
wavenumberThe number of wave crests per unit distance
backingSee rounding and backing.
quarter bindingUsing one material for a book's front and back covers and a different material for its spine (e.g., cloth covers with leather spine).
saltsIonic compounds that can be formed by replacing one or more of the hydrogen ions of an acid with another positive ion.
fermiumSymbol:"Fm" Atomic Number:"100" Atomic Mass: (257)amu
relief printingA method of printing where the areas to be inked are higher than the non-printing areas
phases of matterA phase is another name for a physical state of matter
job jacketThe documentation detailing the production requirements of an order
illuminating1
energyThe capacity to do work.  Work is done by transferring energy from one form to another.  For example the chemical energy in a fuel is converted to thermal energy as it burns.  See also Laws of Thermodynamics.
numberingSequentially printed numbers.
uv inksSee ultraviolet ink.
photoelectric effectEjection of electrons from an atom or molecule that has absorbed a photon of sufficient energy
nucleic acidA polymer made of repeating nucleotides
photochemistryThe study of chemical changes caused by light
isotopic labelingAdding a radioactive isotope, a form of a chemical element which has a different number of neutrons than protons, rendering the element unstable, into a compound to more easily track the compound's presence through a series of reactions.
strippingStripping is a technique for removing volatile components in a mixture by bubbling a stream of an chemically unreactive gas (like nitrogen) through the sample, and then 'scrubbing' the nitrogen through a solution or solid adsorbent that can recover the volatile materials.
aggressive lineA line that is strongly emphasized
lettersetSee dry offset.
thermochemical equationAn compact equation representing a chemical reaction that describes both the stoichiometry and the energetics of the reaction
backliningThe material that strengthens the back of a book after it's been rounded and backed (e.g., paper, muslin, etc.).
molar volumeThe volume occupied by one mole of a material
quartertoneA quarter on a visual tone value
anuriaabsence or defective excretion of urine.
kinaseA class of enzymes that catalyze the transfer of phosphate groups from a high-energy phosphate-containing molecule (such as ATP) to a substrate.
velocityThe rate of change of distance with respect to time.
backward broadsideA page on which the text is printed sideways.
yellowOne of the four process colors, CMYK, with Y standing for yellow
carboyA very large bottle
densityThe ratio of a substance’s mass to its volume at a given temperature and pressure
postscriptA tradename of Adobe Systems, Inc
neurotransmitterNeurotransmitters are molecules that are used to carry signals from one neuron to another
laticesor latexes for the Americans!) is a dispersion of water-insoluble polymer in water
massThe quantity of matter in a body.
inhibitorA substance which is added to slow down the rate of a chemical reaction; they are at times useful to prolong the storage or working life of certain types of adhesives.
impositionCollecting and positioning page elements so that when printed and folded the page elements are in proper alignment
color spectrumThe effect of light passing through a prism to create a rainbow.
acute toxicityadverse health effects resulting from brief exposure to a chemical.
waterless printingSee lithography (waterless).
acidulantA substance added to food or beverages to lower pH and to impart a tart, acid taste
monodentateA ligand that has only one atom that coordinates directly to the central atom in a complex
catalysta substance thet lets a chemical reaction speed up at a faster rate or under slightly different conditions
gasGases are groups of atoms that are spread over a large space
valueThe degree of lightness or darkness of a color.
parallel linesLines that move to the same direction and always stay the same distance apart
illustrationsLine art, photos, and other graphic images used in printed material.
wet trappingOverlapping an ink that is still wet with a second or different color
carried colorColors in an image or design laid on a background.
lithographyAn technique were the printing plate's image area is specially treated to accept only ink and the nonimage area is specially treated to only accept water
valence electronElectrons that can be actively involved in chemical change; usually electrons in the shell with the highest value of n
faceSee typeface.
edge gildingThe utilization of gold leaf to coat page borders.
shear strengthThe shear force required to break a specimen divided by its cross-sectional area; the force being applied parallel to the cross-sectional area.
equilibrium expressionsThe expression giving the ratio between the products and reactants
equilibriumWhen the forward and reverse rates are equal in a chemical reaction.
atomic theoryAn explanation of chemical properties and processes that assumes that tiny particles called atoms are the ultimate building blocks of matter.
featheringAn imprecise, fuzzy, or rough edge on a printed image
film buildAmount of thickness produced in an application
carcinogenA material that causes cancer in humans, or, because it causes cancer in animals, is considered capable of causing cancer in humans.
atomsComposite particles of protons, neutrons and electrons.  The smallest part of a substance that can take part in a chemical reaction.  Click here for more information.
basea substance that tends to accept a proton
stomatitisinflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth.
solidA solid is a relatively dense, rigid state of matter, with a definite volume and shape
spectrophotometerTool that measures the absorption or emission of electromagnetic radiation.
ragged rightSee flush left.
moleculeThis is a group of atoms bonded together
substrateA substance that is reacted with an enzyme or is used as the food source for yeast in fermentation.4
italicA type style in which the letters are slanted 8 to 20 degrees from the vertical
stereoisomerMolecules with the same atoms and bond structure, but different three dimensional arrangements of atoms
hygroscopicallyBy absorbing moisture from air.
waveAn oscillating motion that moves outward from the source of some disturbance (ripples running away from a pebble tossed in a pond)
web pressA rotary press that prints on a continuous web, or ribbon, of paper fed from a roll and threaded through the press
radiumSymbol:"Ra" Atomic Number:"88" Atomic Mass: 226.03amu
metastasistransmission of a disease from one part of the body to another.
triadCombination of three hues that are equally spaced from one another around the color wheel forming a triangle.
triple pointA temperature point at which a substance can be either a solid, liquid, or gas
accelerationRate of change of velocity.
equilibriumA stable situation in which products and reactants are balanced.
china clayA white clay used to coat papers or as an ink additive
amino acidsCarbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen compounds the composition of which are determined by genes.
inserting1
gravureA printing method that uses ink-filled depressions in a cylinder to deposit ink on a substrate, forming an image
linen testerA magnifying lens mounted in a small frame that, when placed on the material to be viewed, stands at a height equal to the focal length of the lens
kraftA brownish paper made from unbleached sulfate wood pulp
complementThe color positioned directly across the wheel from any given color on the color wheel.  Each color on the wheel has only one complement, also called Direct Complement.
halogenA type of incandescent lighting containing halogen gas.
overrunProducing more paper or output than ordered
homogenousA common misspelling of homogeneous.
bad breakAwkward visual composition resulting from ending a page with a single word; ending a page with a hyphenated word; ending a page with the first line of a paragraph; using a hyphenated line of text in the first line of a page; or dividing a word incorrectly
hydrophilic interactionsInteractions between molecules where nonpolar portions of the molecule are attracted to any interaction with polar water molecules
linear perspectivea technique that created the illusion of depth on a flat surface. 
hueA particular shade of color determined by the primary light waves reflected from a surface.
blueline1
vertical linesLines that straight up and down
matte surfaceSurface that reflected a soft dull light 
relRecommended Exposure Limits, NIOSH REL, is the highest allowable airborne concentration that is not expected to injure a worker
computational chemistryA branch of chemistry concerned with the prediction or simulation of chemical properties, structures, or processes using numerical techniques.
calloutA quotation, often surrounded by a box, that uses large text to set it apart from the rest of the page
radiationEnergy in the form of photons.
precordialin front of the heart, stomach.
glassineAn opaque smooth paper used primarily for candy wrappers and dust jackets
hormoneA molecule produced by endocrine glands that controls specific biological processes like growth and metabolism.
lensLight modifier.  Convex lenses focus and concave lens diffuse light waves.
adsorptionWhen rather than being absorbed a substance collects upon the surface of another substance
diffractionThe deviation in the path of a wave that encounters the edge of an obstacle.
wedding paperAn elegant, refined paper with minimum glare.
base lineImaginary line on which an object lies
film assemblySee film image assembly
absolute zeroThe temperature where all movement stops even on a molecular level, it is also lowest temperature on the Kelvin scale.
wavy-edged paperPaper with wrinkled or wavy edges caused by water damage.
capsCapital or uppercase letters.
fuming glossSee chemical ghosting.
contact positiveA photographic image with tones that are the same as the original
focal pointThe first part of a work to attract the attention of the viewer.
neutralA color without hue (e.g., black or white or shades of gray).
distillationDistillation is a process in which one substance is boiled away from another and then collected
bond order1
dry offsetA printing method where the areas to be inked are higher than the non-printing areas
gildingThe application of gold or metallic leaf to a book's trim edges.
specular glossMirror-like finish (usually 60 degrees on a 60-degree meter).
baseA compound that yields hydroxide (OH- ) ions when in aqueous solution.  Bases have a bitter taste, feel greasy and turn red litmus blue.
nailheadA book binding style where the spine is thicker than the book body resulting in a profile resembling a nail.
bristolA heavy paper used for printing
color proportionThe relationship between colors in an image or design.
igneous rockA rock type that has been created from super-heated magma
mean lineSee x-line.
reproductionCreating an exact duplicate of an original using a photographic method.
densityThe mass per unit volume in a substance.
sootThe black carbon portion of diesel exhaust particulate matter ( DPM )
etfeA thermoplastic member of the fluoropolymer family
word processorA software application used to create text documents (e.g., Microsoft Word).
stoichiometry1
figureThe human form or any recognizable object or nonrepresentational shape. 
offset printingAn indirect printing technique that re-deposits ink from a printing plate cylinder to a rubber coated cylinder which then applies the ink to the final substrate
working timeA measure of the interval of time during which an adhesive may be effectively applied to the adherend surface before adhesive setting retards flow and application properties of the adhesive.
equilibriumWhen the reactants and products are in a constant ratio
assemblingGathering all the component pages of a book or manual and ordering them in correct sequence for binding
acrylic inkA polymer ink with exceptional flexibility and durability; suitable for exterior applications.
baseSubstance which gives off hydroxide ions (OH-) in solution.
gutter marginThe space between the text matter and fold edge next to it
wavelengthOn a periodic curve, the length between two consecutive troughs (low points) or peaks (high points).
acid-free paperA paper containing no acidity or acid producing chemicals.
periodic tablethe gases hydrogen and helium.
washthe application of ink or paint thinned with water
aromatica chemical which has a benzene ring in its molecular structure, such as benzene, toluene and xylene, which have strong characteristic odors.
indirect letterpressSee dry offset
pull sheetsRandom sheets removed from the stack of output and used for quality control.
bohriumSymbol:"Bh" Atomic Number:"107" Atomic Mass: (264)amu
orbitAn orbit is the path one object takes when it spins around another object
x-ray crystallographyDetermination of three dimensional arrangement of atoms in a crystal by analysis of x-ray diffraction patterns.
curvilinearstresses the use of curved lines.
two-dimensionalAn area defined by length and width
tautomerA structure formed by facile motion of a hydrogen from one site to another within the same molecule.
isostericHaving identical valence electron configurations.
catalystA catalyst is a compound or element that can increase the rate of a chemical reaction
spinElectrons have an intrinsic angular momentum that is similar to what would be observed if they were spinning
internal stressStress created within the adhesive layer by the movement of the adherends at differential rates or by contraction or expansion of the adhesive layer.
bleed1
elastomerA polymeric material which at ambient temperatures can be stretched to at least twice its original length by a deforming force and then returns to its original length upon removal of that force; elastomers can be synthetic or natural materials (rubbers).
convectionHeat transfer through the movement of a fluid, eg: warm air rising.
jet blackA reference to the degree of an ink's or material's blackness.
gangA grouping of forms arranged to print together with a single impression
fuel cellA device that converts the chemical energy obtained from a redox reaction directly into electrical energy.
solA colloid with solid particles suspended in a liquid
chlorophylla green photosynethetic pigment found mostly in the chloroplast of many plants
rate of diffusionThis rate measurement is the speed at which molecules or atoms diffuse through a substance.
frictionResistance to initial motion between two surfaces.
henry's lawGases are able to be dissolved in solvent just like solids and liquids
colorAn attribute of an object or substance with respect to light reflected by the object, usually determined visually by measurement of hue.
orphanA single line of text at the bottom or top of a page or column
rangeThe difference between the extreme high and low test values from specimens cut from one test assembly.
zero point energyA minimum possible energy for an atom or molecule predicted by quantum mechanics
intaglioAn incised, etched, carved or sunken image
groundThe background color in a composition, also called the field color.
cut sheetPaper cut into standard dimensions (e.g., 8.5x11 in., A3, etc.).
toluenefulvic acid, and trinitrotoluene Benzene
dissociationBreaking down of a compound into its components to form ions from an ionic substance.
primerFirst complete coat of paint of a painting system applied to a surface
mechanical drawingA drawing made by using compasses or other drafting tools
water-based inkAn ink that uses water as the drying agent rather than a solvent.
compositionPositioning, formatting or gathering type prior to printing
ozoneAn isotope of oxygen that blocks ultra-violet radiation.  Normally found in the stratosphere.
enkephalinEnkephalins are molecules produced naturally by the central nervous system to numb pain
catalystSubstance whose presence increases the rate of a chemical reaction, e.g., acid catalyst added to an epoxy resin system to accelerate drying time.
true formulaThis formula tells you the number of atoms in a molecule for each element
compressionSee data compression.
surfactantA material that spreads along a surface, changing the properties of the surface
ink spreadSee: dot gain; dot spread.
back-trapmottle Blotchy spots or streaks in an overprinted ink.
backupCreating an archive copy of digital information as insurance in the event the original information is lost or damaged.
allergycondition in which an initial symptomless exposure to a specific allergen later gives rise to a sensitivity to further exposure.
fanfoldSee: accordion fold.
latticeA regular array of ions or atoms.
steroidSteroids are lipids that are based on the cholesterol molecule
particleSmall portion of matter.
decorative lightingLight fixture that is decorative in nature or design.
platemakingCreating a printing plate that is completely prepared for use on the press
color triadThree colors space equally apart on the color wheel.
gatefoldA four page insert to a book that is larger than the existing page dimensions, having a fold at the outer edge that serves as a hinge, allowing two sheets to fold out from the center to the edge
electrovalent bondA chemical bond that occurs between two atoms when one or more electrons are passed from one atom to another
chlorophyllChlorophyll is the pigment in plants that absorbs light rays
emetican agent which induces vomiting.
periodic tableAn arrangement of the elements according to increasing atomic number that shows relationships between element properties.
zeeman effectThe splitting of spectral lines when an external magnetic field is applied.
bilirubinA reddish yellow pigment produced from the breakdown of the hemoglobin in red blood cells, and normally excreted in bile
foreshorteningTo shorten an object to make it look as if it extends backwards into space
alleleGene variant.
thermodynamicsThe study of temperature, pressure, volume, and energy flow in chemical reactions.
periodic tablechart of the elements arranged in columns and rows according to the increasing atomic numbers.
renewableNatural resources that can be replenished at a rate comparable or faster than the rate of consumption through sound management practices.
moleculeA group of atoms bonded together.  It is the smallest part of a substance that retains the chemical properties of the whole.
particulate mattera fine liquid or solid particle such as smoke, dust, mist, or fumes found in air or engine emissions as a result of incomplete burning of fuels.
dissociationseparation of a substance into atoms or ions.
gauge bosonsParticles that mediate the transfer of energy between other particles: protons, gravitons, W and Z particles.
acetate baseA transparent clear or colored plastic film used to create overlays
cartridgeA rigid container employed to store unmixed adhesive compositions in pre-measured amounts; cartridges may feature a side-by-side or coaxial configuration.
relief plateA printing plate where the areas to be inked are higher than the non-printing areas
titrantThe substance that quantitatively reacts with the analyte in a titration
qualitativeQualitative descriptions are those that describe qualities and characteristics
condensation pointThe condensation point is when a gas reaches a temperature to become a liquid
temperatureThe measure of the kinetic energy present in a system.
quantum numberIndices that label quantized energy states
evaporateTo convert a liquid into a gas.
tromp l'oeilFrench tern for trick-the –eye
additive color processA method of creating a color image by mixing red, green, and blue lights (e.g
limiting reactantA limiting reactant is the limiting factor or element in a chemical reaction
liquidA state of matter that has a high density and is incompressible compared to a gas
stipplingA technique that used patterns of dots to create values and value gradation.
organicDesignating or composed of matter originating in plant or animal life or composed of chemocals of hydrocarbon origin, either natural or synthetic.
lupeSee loupe.
carbohydratesThe major energy source within plants and animals: sugars, starches and glucose polymers.
grain-shortSee grain direction.
humidityThe amount of moisture present in the atmosphere expressed in grams per cubic meter.
one point perspectivePerspective in which all parallel lines converge at a single point on the horizon or eye level line
hassiumSymbol:"Hs" Atomic Number:"108" Atomic Mass: (265)amu
setoffInk that is unintentionally transferred from the printed substrate to the back of the sheet above it as the pieces are stacked in a pile
art paperA paper coated with fine clay to produce a smooth, hard surface
nonrepro blueA special blue color used to make notations on an image's non-printing white areas
addison's diseaseA disease caused by partial or total failure of adrenocortical function, which is characterized by a bronzelike pigmentation of the skin and mucous membranes, anemia, weakness, and low blood pressure.
half lifeThe half life of a reaction is the time required for the amount of reactant to drop to one half its initial value.
acida substance that tends to accept a pair of electrons
clayEarth that is used in ceramics, it is wet and hardens after drying or heating.
task lightingLight that provides illumination to a specific area to complete a task
nucleotideA unit that polymerizes into nucleic acids (DNA or RNA)
kinetic sculpturea sculpture that actually moves in space.
comaextended loss of consciousness due to an injury, illness, or poison.
addition polymerisationis responsible for the distinctive smell of burning fat
ghostingAlso known as gloss ghosting
nomenclaturesymbols and names of elements, mathematical variables...
powerThe rate at which energy is supplied
catalysta substance which increases the rate of a chemical reaction, without being consumed or produced by the reaction.  Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide are catalysts for the production of biodiesel.
pottingThe process of filling a cavity or space usually containing electronic or electrical components in order to protect them from vibration, shock and/or environmental hazards such as moisture, heat and aggressive chemicals such as fuels and lubricants.
motifA single image made of color mass.
asbestosisChronic lung disease caused by inhaling airborne asbestos fibers.
unbleachedA light brown paper produced from unbleached pulp.
titration curveA plot that summarizes data collected in a titration
analgesiareduced sensitivity to pain.
curved linesLines that are always bending and change directions gradually.
densitythickness of a substance
thermistorA device that senses temperature changes by using a resistor with an electrical resistance that falls when temperature rises.
case bindingCreating hardcover books by gluing cover material to a stiff, board-like substrate which is then attached to the book's endpapers
zigzag lineslines formed by short sharp turns
embossingProducing a raised surface on a substrate
moodThe feeling a combination of colors and design elements convey to the viewer.
concentrationConcentration is the amount of one substance in a system relative to the amount of other substances
keylineA translucent or transparent instructional sheet that is used to show where various effects, colors, etc
powerAmount of work done per second.
neutralAn object that does not have a positive or negative charge.
chemical decompositionThis is the molecular action of the larger process of decomposition
printmakingThe process of repeating a original image from one prepared surface to another.
photoelectronAn electron ejected from an atom or molecule that has absorbed a photon.
amideany compound derived from ammonia by substitution of a carbonyl group fro hydrogen, or from an acid by replacing the -OH group by an amino group
absolute temperatureTemperature measured on a scale that sets absolute zero as zero
color forecastingA service that provides manufacturers and vendors with information and guidance on upcoming consumer interest in certain colors and palettes.
wood typeLetters carved into blocks of wood
elementA substance composed of atoms all with the same atomic number.  A substance that cannot be split chemically into smaller substances.
dashA horizontal line used as a type character
step tabletSee gray scale.
trendA general course, direction, movement, or prevailing tendency.
allergenSubstance that causes an allergic reaction.
reactantsThe substances that take part in a chemical reaction.
evolutionNatural selection, the survival of the fittest, is the driving force behind evolution and is measured by a species viability and fecundity
freestandingThree-dimensional art that is surrounded on all sides by space.
precipitationPrecipitation is the conversion of a dissolved substance into insoluble form by chemical or physical means.
dielectric strengthThe voltage which an insulating material can withstand before breakdown occurs, expressed in volts per Mil ((ASTM 149-61).
germaniumSymbol:"Ge" Atomic Number:"32" Atomic Mass: 72.59amu
vegetable parchmentA paper with a high wet strength and grease resistance.
holmiumSymbol:"Ho" Atomic Number:"67" Atomic Mass: 164.93amu
warm colorA red tone rather than a blue tone
active siteA pocket or crevice on an enzyme molecule that fits reactant molecules like a hand in a glove
mesh marksA pattern of crosshatching visible in the dried ink of a screen printed piece
fieldA region in space that is defined by a vector function.  Common fields are: gravitational, electric and magnetic.
chemical changesProcesses or events that have altered the fundamental structure of something.
activation energyThe energy required to initiate a chemical reaction.
glutamateIonic salts of glutamic acid used as flavor enhancers in many foods
primary standardA stable, high-purity material used in titrations and other chemical analyses to prepare solutions of precisely known concentration, or to determine the concentrations of substances which react with the primary standard material
element symbolAn international abbreviation for element names, usually consisting of the first one or two distinctive letters in element name
carbonSymbol:"C" Atomic Number:"6" Atomic Mass: 12.01amu
splineSee vectors.
engravingUsing an acid or other chemical to form an elevated image on a printing plate or cylinder
watercolorArtwork created by applying translucent water soluble paint or dyes to a paper substrate.
clip artGraphic images, designs, and artwork in digital form that can be copied and pasted into a digital document or image
nucleosideA molecule composed of a purine or pyrimidine base covalently linked to a ribose or deoxyribose sugar.
isothermalHaving constant temperature.
water streaksSee: wash marks.
back marginThe space between the edge of the text matter and the fold edge
grain directionThe alignment of pulp fibers in the direction of web travel during the production of paper.
basea solution which has an excess of hydroxide ions (OH-) in aqueous solution.
duographSee duotone.
acutanceThe sharpness of a printed shape's edge against its background.
middletonesSee: midtone.
decimalThe number of digits to the right of the decimal point in a number.
neutralWithout a predominant hue; black, white and gray are true neutrals; achromatic colors; having no hue or chroma.
atomic numberThe number of protons in an atom..
saccharideor sugar, is a molecule that is simply lousy with alcohol groups so that it has the general chemical formula CnOnH2n
fluorineSymbol:"F" Atomic Number:"9" Atomic Mass: 19.00amu
fepA thermoplastic member of the fluoropolymer family
halogenHalogen is the name of the seventh group of elements
what-you-see-is what-you-getUsed when a computer application shows an image's position, size, elements, etc
seascapeA painting or drawing with the sea as the subject
leukemiaprogressive, malignant disease of the blood-forming organs.
isotopeIsotopes are atoms of the same element that have different atomic masses
chemical formulaThe ratio of elements in a substance.  For example: the chemical formula of common salt is NaCl, sodium and chlorine in a ratio of 1:1.
trioleinand styrene are hydrophobic
sedimentary rockA rock type that has been created by the deposit and compression of sediment
denseA compact substance or a substance with a high density.
frictionResistance to continued motion between two surfaces; also known as sliding friction.
halftone step scaleAn image used to test the accuracy of printing process
web offsetA continuous band of substrate fed from a wound roll through an offset printing press.
dot gainA condition where the size of a halftone dot is increased during the printing process
scaleThe relative size or weight of an object compared to a constant size or weight.
velocitySpeed of an object; the change in position over time.
laboratory-type hoodan enclosed laboratory cabinet with moveable sash or fixed access port on the front, connected to a ventilating system which may incorporate air scrubbing or filtering facilities
gesture drawinga quick drawing that captures the gestures and movements of the body. 
acida substance that tends to donate a proton
hydrometerAn instrument for measuring the specific gravity of liquids
nanometerA unit of measurement equivalent to one millionth of a meter.
mineralInorganic compounds usually found in crystalline form
soapsbeing derived from triolein, a component of olive oil.sodium oleate
scientific methodAn inefficient but highly successful method of knowledge construction based on experimental testing of hypotheses.
absorbencyA material's ability to take up liquids or vapors (e.g., water).
covalent bondA chemical bond where electrons are shared between two atoms
sugarone of many with the chemical formula C6O6H12 but different three-dimensional structures
shellsA shell is the area around the center of an atom
page descriptorSee page description language.
eye levelAn imaginary horizontal line that is even with the height of your eyes.
proteinA complex polymer made by linking together amino acid molecules
halftone1
respiratory systembreathing system, including the lungs.
genomeThe collective noun for a set of genes.  The human genome contains 100 000 genes.
noble gasThe Noble Gases are the all of the elements in the furthest right column of the periodic table
berkeliumSymbol:"Bk" Atomic Number:"97" Atomic Mass: (247)amu
residue1
white lightNatural sunlight or light created by combining equal portions of each light wavelength from 400 to 700 nm
surface areaA measurement of the exposed surface of an object.
expressionismA movement of art that communicates strong emotional and personal feelings.
kingdomof the three only groups witch things are place;in biology one of the major groups
familyThe group of typeface variations within a specific design (e.g., Helvetica Regular, Helvetica Italic, Helvetica Bold, Helvetica Bold Italic, etc.).
celluloseA polysaccharide made of linked glucose molecules that strengthens the cell walls of most plants
horizon lineThe line at which the sky and earth meet.
undercolorThe cyan, magenta, or yellow used in dark tones
uppercaseCapital letters of the alphabet, or those characters created by pressing the computer keyboard "shift" key in combination with another key
center spreadThe two pages that face each other in the center of a book or publication.
normalityA measure of substance equivalents that are dissolved in a volume of solution
thermionic emissionThe emission of electrons or ions by a hot object
central axisA dividing line that works like the point of balance.
hydrogenSymbol:"H" Atomic Number:"1" Atomic Mass: 1.01amu
phA scale which rates how acidic a solution is
hydrolysisA chemical reaction where water is introduced in another substance usually to separate it.
hyphenationThe process of dividing a word between syllables when the word must be split between to lines of text.
osmiumSymbol:"Os" Atomic Number:"76" Atomic Mass: 190.20amu
short term memoryShort term memory is a mechanism for storing temporary information, such as where you parked your car or numbers in a simple arithmetic problems.
mil-specA document prepared to support acquisition that describes the essential technical requirements for purchased material and the criteria for determining whether those requirements are met.
catalystA substance that enables a chemical reaction at a usually faster rate or at a lower temperature than otherwise possible without being consumed in the reaction.
periodic trendA regular variation in element properties with increasing atomic number that is ultimately due to regular variations in atomic structure.
body stock1
state of matterThere are three common states of matter: gases, liquids, and solids
contrast of valueThe interaction of lightness or darkness.
starchA long chain of carbohydrates formed in plants
humectantA substance that absorbs or retains moisture, added to a product to keep it from drying out.
tintLighter value of a pure hue, made by adding white.
molar massThe mass of one mole of a material
pitSmall regular or irregular crater in a surface, usually with its width approximately of the same order of magnitude as its depth.
webA roll of paper or other material that is fed by rollers through a printing or converting process
face stockSee face material.
lawrenciumSymbol:"Lr" Atomic Number:"103" Atomic Mass: (260)amu
contaminantAn impurity or foreign matter present in a bonded assembly which affects its usefulness.
wet-strength paperA water and tear resistant paper that when wet retains a minimum of 15% of it's dry tensil strength.
halftone tintA halftone composed of a single dot size (or line width) and frequency
bibliography"Avogadro Cartoon 1." CSL Cartoon Stock
octet ruleA guideline for building Lewis structures that states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share valence electrons with other atoms in a molecule until they hold or share eight valence electrons
semipermeable membraneA membrane that allows some but not all of the components in a mixture to pass through it
offset gravureAn indirect printing technique that re-deposits ink from a gravure cylinder to a rubber coated cylinder which then applies the ink to the final substrate
apneatemporary stoppage of breathing.
boilingConversion of liquid into gas as bubbles of gas that form within the liquid
dropoutSee knockout.
qualification testsAn investigation, independent of a procurement action, performed on an adhesive product to determine whether or not the product conforms to all requirements of the proposed application.
acidTraditionally considered any chemical compound that, when dissolved in water, gives a solution with a hydrogen ion activity greater than in pure water.
jacketThe cover surrounding a completed casebound book.
base materialSee face material Alternative terms: body stock; face stock.
fossil-based oilsOil produced from the remains of organisms in the earth’s crust with high carbon and hydrogen content; petroleum oil.
bond lengthThe average distance between the nuclei of two bonded atoms in a stable molecule.
main group elementsElements of the s and p blocks.
brownprintA brown colored print made by contacting a negative on a special sensitized paper
luer lockA device used as a connector between a static mixer and a hose or application tool such as a disposable needle.
fusion1.  Change of state of a substance from a solid to a liquid.  2.  The joining together of two atomic nuclei.
mediaPlural of medium
amino acidthe building blocks of proteins; a compound containing an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a radical
disulfide bondCovalent disulfide bonds form during the tertiary structure of protein synthesis
anorexialoss of appetite.
spatial effectThe way to describe how colors are perceived in a space as advancing or receding.
reverseSee knockout.
periodic lawThe periodic law states that physical and chemical properties of the elements recur in a regular way when the elements are arranged in order of increasing atomic number.
spectrumThe full range of visible hues.
keyThe reference guide or template, usually printed in black, used to place the color elements and for stripping film
organisma very complicated structure of living things whose parts work to insure survival
vignetted dotsDots that gradually fade from edge to center.
monosaccharideA monosaccharide is one sugar molecule
embryoorganism in the early stages of development before birth
synesthesiaA perceptual condition in which there is an involuntary blending of one or more senses.
pharmacognosyIdentification, isolation, and characterization of biologically active substances in living things.
half lifeThe amount of time it takes for half an initial amount to disintegrate.
lewis structuresA way of representing molecular structures based on valence electrons.
thermal expansionThe fractional change in length (some times volume, specified) of a material for a unit change in temperature
mercurySymbol:"Hg" Atomic Number:"80" Atomic Mass: 200.59amu
juteBurlap fibers
terminal1
middle groundArea in a picture between the foreground and the background
acidSour-tasting compound containing hydrogen that may be ionized or replaced by positive elements to form salts
nucleotide baseA heterocyclic nitrogen-containing base that is a constituent of nucleotides
wood engravingSee: wood cut.
backgroundThe area of a work of art that appears farthest away
chokeA photographic process that creates a thinner image of the subject without changing its position or shape
centigradeA scale of temperature which features 0° and 100° as the freezing and boiling point of water respectively
shapeAn image that conveys area.
dryingTo change the physical state of an adhesive on an adherend surface by evaporation of the solvent components of the adhesive composition; drying can also be accomplished by absorption of the solvent components on the adherend surface.
electron redistributionRedistribution occurs when electrons in a chemical bond are given up, received, or shared by two or more atoms
offset lithographyAn indirect printing technique that re-deposits ink from a specially treated printing plate cylinder to a rubber coated cylinder which then applies the ink to the final substrate
sounda disturbance that travels through air, land, water that can be heard.
holdoutThe degree to which a substrate does not absorb an ink.
toll manufacturingManufacturing service provided to other companies leveraging existing capital and infrastructure for a volume-based fee.
temperaturemeasure of how warm or cold a substance is.
denseCompact, solid and heavy, the opposite of soft.
collageA work of art in which materials, such as paper, cloth or found materials, are glued onto a surface.
ribosomeA complex organelle composed of proteins and rRNA that catalyzes translation of messenger RNA into an amino acid sequence
oxygenSymbol:"O" Atomic Number:"8" Atomic Mass: 16.00amu
chemical reactionThe result that two chemicals have on each other when mixed
mineral transparencyTransparency is a quality of how much light you can see through a substance
standard pressureThe pressure measured at sea level on the Earth
substrateThe material on which printed images or coatings are applied (e.g., cloth; film; foil; paper; etc.).
lampTechnical term for a light bulb.
visible lightVisible light is electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength between 400 and 750 nm.
valence bondIn the valence bond theory, a valence bond is a chemical bond formed by overlap of half-filled atomic orbitals on two different atoms.
point sizeThe height of a typeface
sensitizera material that on first exposure causes little or no reaction, but on repeated exposure may cause a marked response not necessarily limited to the contact site.
eukaryotaan organism made up of on or more cells containing a nucleus and organelles
realismAn artist style were scenes are painted as they actually are.
potential energyThe energy an object has because of its composition or position.
phase boundaryA phase boundary is a surface where two samples of matter with different properties are in contact
electromagnetic wavesWaves with both an electric and magnetic component.  They are: radio, micro, infra-red, visible light, ultraviolet, X and gamma rays.
denaturationthe disruption and breakdown of the secondary structure of a protein by heat or chemicals
periodPeriods are the rows of the periodic table
shortnessA qualitative term describing the characteristic of a polymeric material that does not string or otherwise form filaments or threads during application.
symbolismVisual imagery to represent a message or concept.
nonparticulateNot composed of distinct particles.
enzymeProtein or protein-based molecules that speed up chemical reactions occurring in living things
dexterityA hand function referring to the ability of the individual to manipulate objects with their hands.
dithering1
alignmentPositioning type characters along a horizontal line
waxerA machine that melts and applies a thin coating of adhesive wax to a paper
letterpressA printing method where the areas to be inked are higher than the non-printing areas
motionless mixersDevices which employ passive (unmoving) means to combine and mix two or more substances; commonly found attached to cartridge systems or meter mix equipment; frequently called static mixers.
reaction rateA reaction rate is the speed at which reactants are converted into products in a chemical reaction
zincographyProcess of etching unprotected parts of a zinc plate with strong acids to produce a printing surface.
wetting upA screen printing term referring to placing ink in the screen and distributing it evenly with the squeegee in preparation for production.
caricatureDrawing that exaggerates prominent features or characteristics of the subject.
step wedgeSee halftone step scale.
live matterRefers to the type characters of piece to be printed.
refractive indexThe ratio of the speed of radiation (as light) in one medium (as a vacuum) to that in another medium
standard molar volumeThe volume of 1 mole of an ideal gas at STP, equal to 22.414 liters.
thermometerAn instrument for measuring temperature.
edition bindingSee case binding.
off-contact printingA special screen printing technique that positions the printing stencil at a minimal distance above the substrate during the ink application process
half-lifeThe time taken for the level of radioactivity in an element to halve.
crossoverSee spread.
type sizeSee point size.
antique finishPaper with an off white cream color or rough texture.
contour linesLines that define the edges of shapes
groundAny surface on which a picture is drawn or painted such as canvas, paper, cardboard, etc.
thermocoupleA device that senses temperature changes by using a pair of joined wires made of dissimilar metals that produces a voltage that changes with temperature.
groundwood freeSee: wood free.
accordion foldA pair or more of parallel folds forming alternating peaks and valleys
eggshell finishA rough textured paper.
vacuumA vacuum is a space that has no pressure and no molecules inside
shadeDarker value of a pure hue, made by adding black.
acidA compound that yields hydrogen ions (H+) when in aqueous solution.  Acids have a sour taste and turn blue litmus red.
contact negativeA photographic image with tones that are the reverse of the original
specular glossSee: gloss.
adhesionSticking two surfaces together by chemical or mechanical means.
felt sideThe top of the paper web formed in the papermaking machine
fileA collection of text, graphical, image, sound or other information stored and accessed digitally.
radioactivityThe spontaneous release of energy from atomic nuclei.
chemical replacementA chemical reaction where one element is replaced by another
abrasiveA very hard, brittle, heat-resistant substance that is used to grind the edges or rough surfaces of an object
chemical1 of or pertaining to chemistry
xenobioticA substance which is not normally found in a living thing.
atrophyreduction in size or function of tissue, organs, or the entire body caused by lack of use.
hygroscopicReadily adsorbs available moisture in any form.
gigabyteOne thousand megabytes or one billion bytes of computer data.
proportionAn equality between two ratios.
quantum theoryThe theory that energy can only be absorbed or radiated in discrete values or quanta.  All particles are subject to quantum theory
neutral1
neutrinoAn elementary particle produced by certain nuclear decay processes
combustibleMaterials that will burn under most conditions and may ignite easily.
heata form of energy marked by differences in temperatures
soluble saltAn ionic compound that dissolves in a solvent (usually water).
divalentBinds to two other things (which may be other atoms, molecules, ions, or electrons)
fillersRelatively non-adhesive substances added to an adhesive composition to improve ease of application and/or some specific performance property such as strength, durability, hardness, dimensional stability or other characteristics.
photomechanicalSee pasteup.
data compressionA technique to shrink or reduce the size of a data file so it takes up less storage space and is faster to move electronically
nodeA point, region, or surface where the amplitude of a standing wave is zero
glucoselike starch, but the links between the glucose monomers are slightly different.
gametesSex cells (spermatozoa or ova) that carry the genes donated by each parent.
van dykeA quality control "proof" print produced on photographic paper from a negative
zone refiningA method for purifying solids based on the fact that solutes tend to concentrate in the liquid when a solution is frozen
inverseA math property which states: A+(-A)=0 and A*(1/A)=1
geneA unit of inheritance.  A section of DNA.  comprising a sequence of four bases: adenine, guanine, cytosine and thymine.
hadronsQuark composites: mesons and baryons
editionThe quantity produced during a print run
reproductionReproduction is the process by which a new organism is produced.  The first stage in the production of any organism is the fertilisation of an ova by spermatozoa (or spores on the case of plants).  Fertilisation produces a single cell called a zygote which contains all the information required to build the adult organism.  The progression (growth) from zygote to adult is achieved through cell division.
color temperatureThe warmth or coolness of a color.
enamelBroad classification of paints that dry to a hard, usually glossy finish
ionic bondA chemical bond between two atoms where one or more electrons are passed from one atom to another
chromaAnother word for color or hue; the amount of saturation of a color.
monochromaticRadiation that has a single wavelength.
biochemistryThe chemistry of living things, including the structure and function of biological molecules and the mechanism and products of their reactions.
valence shellThe shell corresponding to the highest value of principal quantum number in the atom
intensityThe brightness or degree of a color's purity or saturation.
congener1
diffusionDiffusion is a process that happens when a substance moves from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.
zinc oxideA white, opaque inorganic compound often used in ink, paint, coatings and ointments.
three-dimensional shapeA shape that has height, width and dept 
amphi-A prefix used to name certain members of a series of geometric isomers or stereoisomers.
obliqueLiterally, "at an angle" or "slanted"
surfactantand bubble air through
resonanceDescription of the ground state of a molecule with delocalized electrons as an average of several Lewis structures
viscosityA measure of a liquid's resistance to flowing
action levelThe exposure level (concentration in air) at which OSHA regulations to protect employees take effect (29 CFR 1910.1001-1047); e.g., workplace air analysis, employee training, medical monitoring, and record keeping
phpH is a measure of acidity
stoichiometryThe study of the relationships between amounts of products and reactants.
electronAn electron is a very small particle that spins around the center of an atom
jointThat bendable, hinge-like part of casebook where the cover and spine meet
surface tensionThe work required to expand the surface of a liquid by unit area.
metalA metal is a special type of element
positive shapeThe shape of an object that is the subject in a work of art
gray scale1
underexposureA photosensitive material that has received too little light resulting in a dark print lacking detail.
leptonsFundamental particles that are relatively non-reactive and capable of an independent existence: electrons, muons, tau particles and neutrinos.
vellumA fine, smooth, off-white material used for printing
penetrationTo pass into or through (as through a hole or weak point)
chemistryThe science of matter and the changes in matter.
ionAn atom or molecule that has acquired a charge by either gaining or losing electrons
saturationIntensity of a color
water contact angleTangent angle at the interface between droplet of liquid and a solid surface; measure of the surface energy; 0° for perfectly hydrophilic surface and 90° for perfectly hydrophobic surface
vanishing pointThe point on the horizon or eye level line where all receding parallel lines converge
trigonal crystalA trigonal crystal has a shape that has three sides and no specific length
needle valveA valve which allows fine control over the rate of gas or liquid flowing through it
sedimentationSeparation of a dense material (usually a solid) from a less dense material (usually a liquid) by allowing the denser material to settle out of the mixture.
bromineSymbol:"Br" Atomic Number:"35" Atomic Mass: 79.90amu
goldSymbol:"Au" Atomic Number:"79" Atomic Mass: 196.97amu
cubismArt that uses two-dimensional geometric shapes to depict three-dimensional organic forms.
octetA set of eight valence electrons.
concentrationThe amount of a substance dissolved in a liquid.
subtractive colorThe process of mixing pigments together.
debossingPressing an image or texture into a substrate
vector fileA digital file containing a vector image
weightA description of typographic forms or variations (e.g., light, regular, bold, extra bold).
periodic tableThis famous table organizes all of the known chemical elements by their atomic number
analogLike an image composed of black, white and all shades of gray, an analog electrical signal is can be on, off, or everything in between
denatureWhen the structure of proteins beak down from exposure to heat.
biodegradablebut can kick around for a very long time before succumbing
binderA liquid that hold together the grains of pigment.
machine directionThe direction the paper web moved through the papermaking machine
incomplete octet1
grain-longSee grain direction.
utilitiesA software application used for maintenance or other routine chores (e.g
polynucleotideA DNA polymer composed of multiple nucleotides.
soluteA solute is the substance to be dissolved
identityA math property which states: A+0=A and A*1=A.
shadeThe dark value of a color made by adding black to it
on-demand printingSee demand printing.
native element mineralA mineral that is made up of a pure element
watermarkA translucent mark or image that is pressed into fine paper during the papermaking process and which is visible when the paper is held up to a light.
msha mnm dpm estimatorMSHA has devised a spreadsheet which uses engineering calculations to determine the reduction of DPM emissions from the equipment or increases to ventilation needed to attain compliance from an out of compliance level determined from either baseline DPM measurements or from engine emission rate data
combustion analyzerA combustion analyzer is an instrument that measures several gases that are the products of combustion and indicative of the completeness of the combustion process whether it be from natural gas or fuel fired boilers or diesel engines
adiabatic systemA system that neither gains or looses heat.
hemoglobinThe iron-rich respiratory pigment in red blood cells of vertebrates, consisting of about 6 percent heme (the prosthetic groups of cytochromes) and 94 percent polypeptide globin.
moduleA three-dimensional motif
chemistryThe study of matter and its transformations
isomerChemical compounds with the same composition but different shapes.
antipyreticA substance that can lessen or prevent fever.
isoelectronicRefers to a group of atoms or ions having the same number of electrons
waterleafA highly absorbent paper.
view fileA low resolution image displayed on a monitor or proof prior to creating the finished, high resolution print.
ionRemoving or adding electrons to an atom creates an ion (a charged object very similar to an atom).
dubniumSymbol:"Db" Atomic Number:"105" Atomic Mass: (262)amu Dubnium is one of several postactinide elements
collateAssembling the pages of a document in correct order
line artA drawing rendered in only 100% black and 100% white, with no gray areas
catalystSubstance that affects the rate of a chemical reaction without being used up in the reaction
quality assuranceThe function of evaluating product quality and the procedures taken to ensure that the final product conforms to the specification requirements
hydrogen bondA chemical bond that has hydrogen covalently bonded to an electronegative atom
tritiumA radioisotope of hydrogen with two neutrons and one proton in its nucleus.
compositeA material made up of two or more different substances, each having its own properties, combined to form a third substance with its own specific performance properties
process colorsThe three subtractive primary colors (cyan, magenta, and yellow) plus black
uncoatedA paper without a mineral coating.
hydrolysisA chemical reaction in which water is a reactant.
polymerSubstance, the molecules of which consist of one or more structural units repeated any number of times; vinyl resins are examples of true polymers.
orbitalA wavefunction that describes what an electron with a given energy is doing inside an atom or molecule.
waveA signal which propagates through space, much like a water wave moves through water.
starchA polysaccharide used by plants to stockpile glucose molecules
specific heatThe amount of heat it takes for a substance to be raised 1°C.
mosaicsPictures made with small cubes of colored marble, glass, or tile and set into cement.
systematicbut irrational, nomenclature.
thermodynamic equilibriumA system is at thermodynamic equilibrium if the energy it gains from its surroundings is exactly balanced by the energy it loses, no matter how much time is allowed to pass.
photonsFundamental quantum particles.  It is the interaction of photons with other particles that drives the universe.
literA liter is a metric unit of measure for volume
relativityThe relative values of time, motion, mass and energy of a body in motion
fissionSplitting the nucleus of an atom into smaller units.
aesthetic experienceYour personal interaction with a work of art.
sketchA quick drawing that may be a reference for later work
edge stainingUsing various pigment(s) on a document, pamphlet or book's finished edge.
k film1
elements of artBasic components used by the artist to create works of art.  The elements are line, shape, form, space, color, value and texture.
closureA mathematical term which says that if you operated on any two real numbers A and B with +, -, * or /, you get a real number.
composition percentageThis value tells the percentage of a solution that could be a percentage of mass or percentage by volume
jointThe location at which two adherends are held together with a layer of adhesive.
particulateComposed of distinct particles
subject matterThings represented in a work of art
cardiovascularsystem of the human body involving the heart and blood vessels.
artificial lightAlso known as Electric Light, it includes different types of lamps and light bulbs.
insulinA polypeptide hormone secreted by beta cells in the pancreas
unityThe wholeness and oneness of a work of art
humidityThe ratio of the amount of moisture contained in the atmosphere to the amount of moisture that can be carried in the atmosphere at a given temperature
fixativeA chemical that is sprayed over art works to prevent smearing and to help charcoal, graphite or pastels to adhere to the paper. 
backboneThe part of a book connecting the front cover to the back cover
midtoneThose tones falling between halftone shadows and halftone highlights
covalent bondA chemical bond formed by the sharing of one or more electrons, especially pairs of electrons, between atoms.
elementa substance made of one kind of atom that cannot be broken down chemically.
newsprintPaper created specifically for newspapers, it is composed of mechanical or groundwood pulp.
objective colorThe chemistry, physics, and physiology of color.
micronµ, one micron, one millionth of a meter
soft-edgeArt were the edges of shapes have fuzzy or blurred outlines
basea substance that yields hydroxide ions in water solution
pneumoniainflammatory lung disease caused by microorganisms, virus and chemical or physical irritants.
workThe amount of energy transferred to a system.
maillard reactionBrowning reaction involving combination of an amino group (2NH2) from a protein and an aldehyde group from a sugar, which then leads to the formation of many complex substances
hydrationCombination with water.
cohesionthe attraction that holds together the molecules within one substance.
wellAn individual etched gravure pit.
key flatSee key.
unit set1
compounda substance made up of two or more elements that are combined chemically.
nomenclatureA system for naming things
copyfittingMaking adjustments to text size, text leading or otherwise editing the text so it fits in a given space.
anesthesialoss of sensation, including loss of touch, pain, vibration sense, and/or temperature sense.
kaolinSee China clay.
ab initioA calculation or prediction that is based purely on theory rather than on experimental data
recedeTo seem to fade into the background.
liquefactionA process that increases the pressure on a gas until it becomes a liquid
zwitterionthe ionised form of the amino acid glycine, and it is in this form that glycine exists when dissolved in water at a neutral pH.
unjustified textSee flush left; justification; quad left; ragged right.
y-coordinateA point on the vertical axis of a grid, scale, or page dimension
orbitalThe orbital is where an atom keeps its electrons
valueRefers to the darkness or lightness of a color or area
pagination1
atomThe smallest object that retains properties of an element
balanceAchieving color or design stability or harmony.
data fileLine art, photographs, text and other graphic elements that are maintained as an electronic group.
cleantechA business model utilizing technology to improve performance and productivity while reducing costs, energy consumption or waste, and environmental impact.
magentaOne of the four process colors, CMYK, with M standing for magenta
einsteiniumSymbol:"Es" Atomic Number:"99" Atomic Mass: (252)amu
valenceValence is a measure of how much an atom wants to form compounds with other elements
inorganicApplies to the chemistry of all elements and compounds not classified as organic (carbon); matter other than vegetable, such as earthy or mineral matter.
multicolor presstwo or more self contained single color printing presses that are joined sequentially to produce multiple colors on a sheet of paper in a single pass.
spectrophotometerAn instrument for measuring the amount of light absorbed by a sample.
zwitterionA particle that contains both positively charged and negatively charged groups
mandrelThe core around which paper, fabric, or resin-impregnated fibrous glass is wound to form pipes or tubes.
thermal energyenergy an object possesses by virtue of its temperature
oil paintA slow drying paint made b y mixing color pigments in an oil basee
fluidA liquid or gas.
infectiousto be contagous and able to spread illness
afterimageVisual illusion in which retinal impressions persist after the removal of a stimulus, believed to be caused by the continued activation of the visual system.
actomyosinThe system of actin and myosin that, with other substances, constitutes muscle fiber and is responsible for muscular contraction.
gray wedgeSee gray scale.
phenolA group or molecule containing a benzene ring that has a hydroxyl group substituted for a ring hydrogen.
osmosisWhen a liquid flows through a semi permeable membrane.
nanotechnologyThe creation of functional materials, devices and systems through control of matter on the nanometer length scale (1-100 nanometers), and exploitation of novel phenomena and properties (physical, chemical, biological) at that length scale.
bond strengthSpecific measurements include the load applied in tension, compression, flexure, peel, impact or shear needed to break an adhesive assembly with failure noted in or near the plane of the bond.
proteinsthe total nitrogenous material in plant or animal substance
fundamental particlesThose particles that are not known to contain any smaller components: leptons, quarks and gauge bosons.
oxidationThis is when an atom loses one or more electrons
measurementMeasurement is the collection of quantitative data
graphic artistAn artist who designs, illustrates and creates any know of art for printed reproduction.
van der waals forceA force acting between nonbonded atoms or molecules
entropyand more order..
end matterThe appendix, agenda, glossary, index, and bibliography and other material's printed at the rear of a book
mixtureMixtures are substances held together by physical, not chemical, forces
nonimage areaThe areas of an image that are not printed
business paperA general category of paper used for everyday business purposes (e.g., copy paper, bond letterhead paper, etc.).
halftone mottleA blotchy appearance in halftone tints instead of an even, consistent appearance.
metamerismA phenomenon that occurs when two objects appear to match in color under one light source, but not under another light source.
x-rayA very high energy form of electromagnetic radiation (though not as high energy as gamma rays)
editTo alter information in form or substance.
speciationA group of organisms that are able to interbreed all belong to the same species.  It follows then that organisms that are unable to interbreed belong to separate species.
cyanOne of the four process colors, CMYK, with C standing for cyan
extended colorUsed when an image is meant to extend completely to the edge of the finished sheet
bunsen burnerA gas burner with adjustable air intake, commonly used in laboratories.
evaporationThe change of state of a substance from a liquid to a gas below its boiling point.
heisenberg uncertainty principleThis principle states that it is not possible to know a particle's location and momentum precisely at any time.
fungusbacterium, or other biological entity.
en dashA line the width of a font's uppercase n.
trace elementThis is an element of the periodic table that living organisms need to survive
versoThe opposite side (e.g., a page's back side, a book's back cover, etc.)
computer-assisted drug designUsing computational chemistry to discover, enhance, or study drugs and related biologically active molecules.
newtons laws of motionClassical laws which enable the prediction of the path of any object from a grain of sand to entire galaxies:
relative atomic massThe mass of an atom relative to one atom of carbon.  Carbon has a RAM of 12.
bitmapAn image that is digitally produced using dots rather than a mathematical formula
scalarA quantity that is defined by its magnitude only (ie energy, temperature).
chemical combinationA chemical reaction in which two elements or compounds are combined to form a more complex compound.
boyle's lawA scientist named Robert Boyle came up with an understanding of the way pressure and volume are related (at constant temperatures)
iso certificationA company or organization that has been independently audited and certified to be in conformance with ISO 9001 may publicly state that it is "ISO Certified" or "ISO Registered"
frequencyThe rate as which periodic motion repeats itself.
franciumSymbol:"Fr" Atomic Number:"87" Atomic Mass: (223)amu
basea substance that tends to donate a pair of electrons
binding marginThe space between the text matter and the fold edge
law of multiple proportionsWhen one element can combine with another to form more than one compound, the mass ratios of the elements in the compounds are simple whole-number ratios of each other
molecular formulaThe number and types of atom in a molecule.  For example the molecular formula of methane is CH4, one atom of carbon and four atoms of hydrogen.
rectoAn open book's right page
x-coordinateA point on the horizontal axis of a grid, scale, or page dimension
landscapePainting or drawing in which natural land scenery is the main feature.
full bleedUsed when an image is meant to extend completely to all four edges of the finished sheet
catalystA substance, typically used in small amounts relative to the reactants, that modifies and increases the rate of a reaction without being consumed in the process.
water-basedCoatings in which the majority of the liquid content is water.
ideogramPictures used to symbolize an idea
colloida solution-like system in which the size of solute particles is between 1 and 100 nanometers; particles of solute pass through filters but not membranes
acidic solutionA solution in which the hydrogen ion activity is higher than that of the hydroxide ion, when the solvent is water.
hingeSee joint.
intensityThe brightness and dullness of a color.
valenceThe number of hydrogen atoms that typically bond to an atom of an element
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ohmmeterAn instrument for measuring electrical resistance.
virgin fiberA material used to make paper that has not been recycled from previous paper or other materials.
wafflingSee embossing.
natural gasA mixture of methane and other gases, found trapped over petroleum deposits under the earth.
hydroxyl groupThis is a side group which is one hydrogen atom bonded to one oxygen atom
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charles' lawA scientist named Jacques Charles did many experiments involving gas volumes and temperatures
multiple bondSharing of more than one electron pair between bonded atoms
jaundiceyellowish discoloration of tissue, white of eyes, and bodily fluids with bile pigment caused by liver damage, gall bladder disease, or hemolysis.
radioactivityRadioactivity occurs when the nucleus of an atom breaks up into two or more pieces
blind contourLine drawing in which the artist never looks at the paper. 
fibrosisscarring in the lungs may affect oxygenation of blood.
justificationAdjusting the spacing or hyphenation of words and characters to fill a given line of text from end to end
c(CEL)Ceiling Exposure Limit is not to be exceeded at any time for any purpose.
brayerRoller with a handle used to apply ink to a surface
harmonyA satisfying balance or unity of colors.  Colors combinations that exist in harmony and are pleasing to the eye.
ionAtom with an unbalanced electrical charge caused by the loss or gain of one or more electrons.
empirical temperatureA property that is the same for any two systems that are in thermodynamic equilibrium with each other.
spaceThe distance, void, or interval between objects.
array processorA special high speed computer capable of performing the large, complex calculations required to process images.
styleThe unique character contained in a work of art, period of time, or geographical location.  Style also means the artist's expressive use of media to give their work a unique character. 
isomerAn isomer is a molecule or compound that has the same number of atoms as another but a different structure
wavelengthA measure of light.
picture planeThe actual two dimensional surface that a drawing is made
lightvisible electromagnetic radiation
data conversionChanging digital data from one format to another so it can be used in another software application or printed on a specific output device
vignetteAn image where a color gradually fades into the nonprinting areas
variable printingA process often used to create personalized letters or billing statements where standard text and images are combined with changeable data unique to each recipient (e.g., name, address, etc.)
voltammeterAn instrument for measuring voltages and amperages.
carvingShaping wood, stone, or marble by cutting and chipping.
pulpThe fibrous cellulose produced by mechanical or chemical means that is used for making paper.
pure colorMaximum saturation or intensity of color; not mixed with any other color.
anoxialack of oxygen in blood or tissues.
bondA chemical link between atoms.
ph scaleThe strength of acids and bases.  Pure water has a pH value of 7, acids have a lower value and bases higher.
kerningThe process of changing the horizontal dimension of a type character, or the white space around the character to achieve a visual effect
isobaricHaving constant pressure.
repetitionUsing the same element over and over in a composition.
geometric shapesPrecise shapes that can be described using mathematic a formulas, like square, triangle, circle etc.
wavelengthThe distance between adjacent peaks (or adjacent troughs) on a wave
cohesionCohesive forces of attraction happen between molecules of the same type
complex ionAn ion formed by combination of simpler ions or molecules; for example, Co2+ combines with six molecules of water to form the complex ion Co(H2O)62+.
coverageA measure of the ability of the adhesive to be spread over adherend surfaces; the total amount of adhesive required per 1000 sq ft of bonded assembly.
critical pressurePressure needed to force a gas into a liquid state when the gas is at its critical temperature.
word wrapThe process by which a computer application automatically moves a word to the next line down when the available line space for text has been used up
ketoneA type of compound that contains a carbonyl group bonded to two other carbon atoms.
hygroscopicAble to absorb moisture from air
demand printingPrinting only the amount of material that is needed immediately, rather than printing and storing large quantities from which small quantities are drawn from time to time
symmetrical balanceA special type of formal balance in which two halves of a balanced composition are identical, mirror images of each other.
mendeleviumSymbol:"Md" Atomic Number:"101" Atomic Mass: (258)amu
emollientA substance added to a formulation that gives it softening ability
isotopeAn element that has more or less neutrons than normal.  Many isotopes are radioactive.
orientationPrinting in the direction of a sheet's long or short edge
water finishA gloss created on paper by applying water to the paper web as it passes through rollers that "iron" and compress the paper fibers.
london forcesafter Fritz London (1900-1954).
page makeup1
face marginSee trim margin.
glazedPaper with a surface sheen or polish applied during or after manufacture by calendering, drying, plating, or drying.
propellant1
electronic compositionUsing a computer system to copyfit and paginate a printing project
pasteupManually pasting the type, photographs, line art, and other elements of an image to a board
deleteA mark made by a proofreader
wire stitchSee: saddle stitch.
graphiteAn amorphous form of carbon, made of carbon atoms bound hexagonally in sheets (like chickenwire).
critical temperatureA temperature beyond which a gas cannot be turned into a liquid no matter how much pressure is applied
momentumThe product of mass times velocity.  Momentum is conserved in any system of particles.
thermometryThe science of temperature measurement.
paletteA tray for mixing paints
caliperThe measure of a paper's thickness, usually in thousandths of an inch (referred to as "mils" or "points").
phAn expression of the degree of acidity or alkalinity of a substance expressed as a number from 0 to 14
elementA substance that cannot be divded chemically into component substances.
twaTime Weighted Average
massThe measure of an object's matter.
sugarA carbohydrate with a characteristically sweet taste
secondary colorsColors made by mixing two primary colors; orange, green, and violet.
loupeAn optical device containing a precision ruler used to observe very small details
isochoreA contour line that corresponds to values measured at identical volumes
central nervous systemthe brain and spinal cord.
functional groupA substructure that imparts characteristic chemical behaviors to a molecule, for example, a carboxylic acid group.
protonA proton is a particle found in the nucleus of every atom
color theoryThe study of color, types of order, observations, scientific facts, and psychology to explain color reactions and interactions.
edge acuityThe degree to which the edge of an image appears sharp and precise, not fuzzy
zip sortingTo sort, group, and bundle mail by zip code.
acidosiscondition of decreased alkalinity of the blood tissues
ragged leftSee flush right.
cap heightA measurement from the bottom of a capital letter to it's top.
percentage compositionThis composition measurement reflects the percentage of total mass for a specific element
exothermicProcess that gives off heat to the environment.
basis functionA mathematical function that can be used to build a description of wavefunctions for electrons in atoms or molecules.
glucoselike cellulose, although the ether linkages in starch are different to those in cellulose
cast shadowsThe shadow cast by a form onto a nearby surface.
wet-on-wetSee wet trapping.
dye sublimationA photographic looking color print created by heating dyes on the substrate instead of using inks
crossline screenA halftone screen created on plate glass
loomMachine or frame for weaving
plutoniumSymbol:"Pu" Atomic Number:"94" Atomic Mass: (244)amu
combined gas lawThere came a time when scientists combined the ideas in Boyle's Law and Charles' Law
chargeDescribes an object's ability to repel or attract other objects
neutronOne of the particles found in the nucleus of an atom
flexographyA printing method using flexible plates where the areas to be inked are higher than the non-printing areas
terminal reactionA reaction that ends a cycle or chain of other chemical reactions.
cellThe smallest independent part of an organism.
bioflavonoidsAny of a group of biologically active substances found in plants and functioning in the maintenance of the walls of small blood vessels in mammals.
quire5% (1/20) of a paper ream
pellagraA deficiency disease characterized by dermatitis, inflammation of mucous membranes, diarrhea, and psychiatric disturbances, caused by inadequate niacin (one of the B complex vitamins).
toothThe texture of a sheet of paper
cylinder pressA device were the substrate to be printed is wrapped around a roller and then brought into contact with the inked plate or screen.
radial balanceBalance were the design come out from a center point
compassA compass is a scientific instrument that tells the user the direction of magnetic north
areaMeasures the size of a surface using length measurements in two dimensions.
formA three-dimensional shape.
exaggerationEnlargements or distortions of elements in a work of art.
states of matterMatter comes in many forms, shapes, and sizes
boiling pointThe boiling point is the temperature when a liquid begins to boil and becomes a gas or vapor
magnifierAn optical device used to observe very small details
degradee"Fade" in French
imageLine art, paintings, sketches, photos, and other visual representations of a subject matter.
spectrumAll the colors of the rainbow created by passing sunlight or white light through a prism
blendingA technique of shading through smooth, gradual application of dark values
shadingDarkening an areas (shadows) to give the illusion of space and depth. 
isomeric structureThe shape of a molecule.  The isomeric structure is determined by the order in which the atoms are bonded together.
urticariahives caused by a systemic allergic reaction.
natural lightThe combination of light from the sum, moon, sky, and atmosphere
wet printingPrinting on ink that is still wet with a second or different color
underrunProducing less paper or output than ordered
salifiableCapable of reacting with an acid to form a salt
productsThe substances produced in a chemical reaction.
value scaleThe range from white through gray to black
ultraviolet inksInk that cures when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light
liquiea state of matter that has a definite size or volume but not a definite shape.
hydrophobic interactionsInteractions between molecules in which nonpolar portions of the molecule tend to avoid interaction with polar water molecules
nonpolar moleculeA molecule in which the center of positive charge and the center of negative charge coincide
contrast of cool-warmThe interaction of cool and warm hues.
filletThat portion of an adhesive which fills the corner or angle formed where two adherends are joined.
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baryonA three quark hadron.  The most common baryons are protons and neutrons.
penetrationThe entering of an adhesive into an adherent, measured by the depth of the penetration achieved in a given time.
halftone screenA transparent material containing an opaque pattern of dots or lines
geneA hereditary unit consisting of a sequence of DNA occupying a specific location on a chromosome and determines a particular characteristic in an organism.
proteinA large molecule composed of one or more chains of amino acids in a specific order
local colorThe natural color of and object as it appears to the naked eye.
relief offsetSee dry offset.
activeExpressive movement 
still lifeAn arrangement of non moving objects that are subject matter for a work of art
ideal gasOne which obeys the ideal gas law.  At low pressures, real gases behave like ideas gases.
diagonal linesLines that slant.