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Scientific Method &
Question | Answer |
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Way of learning about the natural world through observations; body of knowledge | science |
The process of using one or more of your senses to gather information. | observing |
An interpretation based on observations and prior knowledge. | inference |
Facts, figures, and evidence gathered through observations. | data |
A possible explanation for a set of observations; answer to a question; testable. | hypothesis |
Forecasting what will happen in the future based on past experience or evidence. | predicting |
The process of grouping together items that are alike in some way. | classifying |
Eager to learn more; stick with problems in spite of setbacks. | curiosity |
Reporting results truthfully; not claiming someone else's ideas as your own. | honesty |
An attitude of doubt--not accepting something without testing it. | skepticism |