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14 Cards in this Set
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Analyzing |
Evaluating data to reach a conclusion about an experiment. |
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Classifying |
The process of grouping together items that are alike in some way. |
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Data |
Facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observations. |
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Empirical Evidence |
Data and observations that are collected through scientific processes that explain a particular observation. |
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Inferring |
The process of making an inference, an interpretation based on observations and prior knowledge. |
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Objective Reasoning |
Reasoning that is based on evidence. |
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Observing |
The process of using one or more of your senses to gather information. |
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Predicting |
The process of forecasting what will happen in the future based on past experience or evidence. |
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Pseudoscience |
A set of beliefs that may make use of science. Based on subjective reasoning, not on observation, objective reasoning, or scientific evidence. |
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Qualitative Observation |
An observation that deals with characteristics that cannot be expressed in numbers. |
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Quantitative Observation |
An observation that deals with a number or amount. |
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Science |
A way of learning about the natural world through observations and logical reasoning; leads to a body of knowledge. |
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Skepticism |
An attitude of doubt. |
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Subjective Reasoning |
Reasoning that is based on personal feelings or personal values. |
