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Science
A way of learning more about the natural word
Scientific theory
An attempt to explain a pattern observed repeatedly in the natural world
Scientific Law
A rule that describes a pattern in nature.
System
a collection of structure, cycles, and processes are parts of a system.
the study of living systems and the way in which they interact
Life science
the study of earth systems and the systems in space.
Earth Science
the study of matter and energy
Physical science
Technology
the practical use of science, or applied science.
a reasonable and educated possible answer based on what you know and what you observe.
Hypothesis
to draw a conclusion based on what you observe
Infer
An experiment that involves changing one factor and observing its effect on another while keeping all other fators constant.
Controlled Experiment
Factors that can be changed in an experiment.
Variables
Independent Variable
The variable that is changed in an experiment.
Changes as a result of a change in the independent variable
Dependent Variable
Constant
The variable that is not changed in an experiment.
Model
Any representation of an object or event used as a tool for understanding the natural world
Critical Thinking
Combining what you already know with the new facts that you are given to decide if you should agree with something.
Data
Observations used in scientific investigations
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Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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Chapter 1 vocabulary for Mrs. Archer's 6th period science class
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2011-08-09T18:47:45Z
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