equation – n. mathematical statement that shows two amounts are equal
laureate – n. person given a prize for achievement
pioneering – adj. one of the first to develop new ideas or methods
exotic – adj. very different, strange, often foreign
superconductor – n. substance capable of allowing electricity to easily flow through it
stumble – v. to come upon unexpectedly or by chance
dazzled – adj. greatly surprised, excited or impressed
baker’s yeast – n. the common name given to organisms used to help bread or baking products rise when heated