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Nature of Science 7

TermDefinition
Science The study of the natural world through observation and experiments to understand how things work.
Independent Variable The part of an experiment that you change to see how it affects something else.
Dependent Variable The part of an experiment that you measure—it changes because of the independent variable.
Control Variable A factor that is kept the same throughout the experiment to make sure the test is fair.
SI Units The standard units scientists use to measure things like length (meters), mass (kilograms), and time (seconds).
Hypothesis An educated guess or prediction that can be tested through experiments.
Repetition Doing the same experiment multiple times to check for consistent results.
Replication When another person repeats your experiment to see if they get the same results.
Trials The number of times an experiment or test is done.
Experiment A test or procedure used to find out something or prove a hypothesis.
Scientific Model A representation (like a drawing, diagram, or simulation) that helps explain or predict how something works.
Simulations A virtual model that mimics a real-world process to study it safely or easily.
Limitation A weakness or restriction in an experiment that might affect the results or what you can learn from it.
Empirical Evidence Data and observations collected through experiments or real-world experience.
Natural Phenomenon Something that happens in nature and can be observed, like rain, earthquakes, or lightning.
Scientific Law A statement that describes something that always happens under certain conditions, based on repeated experiments (e.g., gravity).
Scientific Theory A well-tested explanation of why something happens, supported by lots of evidence (e.g., the theory of evolution).
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