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20 Cards in this Set
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inference
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logical conclusion based on observations
relies on previous knowledge |
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observations
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use of the SENSES to gather and record information
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data
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recorded observations or items of information
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generalization
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general conclusion based on many specific observations
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hypothesis
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suggested, testable answer to a well-defined scientific question
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quantitative data
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observations recorded as measurements
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qualitative data
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the form of descriptions (e.g. pictures) instead of measurements
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variable
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any factor in an experiment that is not constant (any factor that can change)
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controlled experiment
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experiment that tests the effect of a single variable-> u know what changes
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discovery science
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the description of natural structures or processes as accurately as possible through careful observation and data collection
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evidence
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collected body of data from observations and experiments
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scientific method
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process used by scientists to carry out scientific experiments
6 steps: 1. questions 2. observation 3. hypothesis 4. design procedure 5. collect data 6. conclusion |
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evidence
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a collected body of data form observation and experiments
evidence must be reliable=> observations and experiments must have been observed multiple times |
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hypothesis
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a scientific hypothesis must be falsifiable there must be an experiments that goes wrong
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limitations in science
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science cannot answer every question
science cannot prove or disprove supernatural forces science isn't the only way of knowing things |
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theory
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a well tested explanation that make sense of a great variety of scientific observations
theories can be modified or discarded if new evidence is uncovered |
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model
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physical mental or mathematical representation of how people understand a process or idea
e.g. drawings graphs maps |
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communication in science
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most scientists work n teams
researchers share their findings by publishing results |
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technology
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application of scientific understanding for a specific purpose
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Biology
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the scientific study of life
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