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SC unit 1 flashcards
the science vocabulary for unit 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Science | The systematic study of natural events and conditions. |
| Empirical Evidence | Observations, measurements, and other types of data. |
| Theory | A well supported explanation about the natural world. |
| Model | A representation of something in the natural world. |
| Law | A basic principle of nature that occurs under certain conditions. |
| Experiment | An organized procedure to study something under controlled conditions. |
| Observation | The process of obtaining information by using the senses. |
| Hypothesis | A testable idea or explanation that leads to scientific investigation. |
| Variable | Any factor that can change in an experiment, observation or model. |
| Data | Information gathered by observation or experimentation that can be used in calculating or reasoning. |
| Model | A representation of an object or process that allows scientists to study something in greater detail. |
| Technology | The use of tools, machines, materials, and processes to meet human needs. |
| Engineering | The application of science and mathematics to solve real-life problems. |
| Prototype | A test model of the product. |
| Made By | The coolest guy ever, Sabato Romano. |