Nature of Science Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
observing | using one or more of your senses to gather information |
inferring | explaining or interpreting the things you observe |
predicting | making a forecast of what will happen based on what has happened in the past |
scientific inquiry | many ways in which scientists study the natural world and propose explanations based on gathered evidence |
hypothesis | a testable possible explanation for a set of observations to a scientific question |
variable | a factor in an experiment that can change |
dtata | facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observations |
conclusion | a decision about how to interpret what you learn in an experiment. |
scientific theory | well-tested scientific concept that explains a wide range of observations |
scientific law | an observed pattern in nature based on repetitive results |
matter | what makes up everything in the universe |
energy | the ability to do work or cause change |
earth science | the study of earth systems, history, and earth in the solar system |
geology | study of the solid earth |
oceanography | study of the Earth's oceans |
meteorology | study of the Earth's atmosphere |
astronomy | study of the universe beyond Earth |
environmental science | study of the Earth's environment and resources |
topography | shape of the land |
elevation | height above sea level |
landforms | feature of topography |
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