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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| science | is the investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from from those investigation |
| observation | the results of using one or more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs |
| inference | a logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience |
| hypothesis | a possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific invetigation |
| prediction | is a statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events |
| scientific theory | an explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations |
| scientific law | a rule that describes a repeatable pattern in nature |
| technology | the practical use of scientific knowledge, especially for industrial or commercial use |
| critical thinking | comparing what you already know with thee information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it |
| description | is spoken or written summary of observations |
| explanation | is an interpretation of observations |
| International system of units | The internationally accepted system of measurement |
| Scientific notation | a method of writing or displaying very small or large numbers in a short form |
| Percent errors | the expression of error as a percentage of the accepted value |
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