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lesson one science
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| science | the investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations . |
| observation | is using one or more of your senses to gather information and take notes of what occurs. |
| inference | is a logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience. |
| hypothesis | a possible explanation about an observation that can be tested by scientific investigation. |
| prediction | a statement of what will next in sequence of events |
| technology | the practical use of scientific knowledge , especially for industrial or commercial use |
| scientific theory | explanation based on observations or events based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations. |
| scientific law | describes a patter or an event in nature that is always true. |
| critical thinking | comparing what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it. |