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Science 7 NOS
scientific explanation
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| observation | using one or more of your senses to gather information and take note of what occurs |
| inference | is a logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or ecperience |
| hypothesis | a possible explanation about an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations |
| prediction | is a statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events |
| scientific theory | an explanation of observations or events based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations |
| scientific law | describes a pattern of an event in nature that is always true |
| science | the investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations |
| critical thinking | comparing what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it |
| physical science | the study of chemistry and physics |
| life science | is the study of all living things ( also called biology) |
| earth science | the study of earth including its landforms, rocks, soil and forces that shape earth's surface |
| technology | practical use of scientific knowledge especially for industrial or commercial use |