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Understanding scienc
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Description | is a spoken or written summary of observations |
| Explanation | is an interpretation of observations |
| Life science | The study of living things is |
| Physical science | The study of matter and energy |
| Earth science | The study of Earth, including rocks,soil,oceans,atmosphere,and surface features |
| Science | is the investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations |
| Observation | the act of using one or more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs. |
| Inference | Is a logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience. |
| Hypothesis | is a possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations. |
| Prediction | Is statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events |
| Critical thinking | Comparing what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it. |
| Scientific theory | An explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations |
| Scientific law | Is a rule that describes a pattern in nature . |
| The International System of Units (SI) | Is the internationally accepted system for measurements |
| Scientific inquiry | When scientists conduct scientific investigations |
| Bias |