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Missouri Science Words to Know #1-15

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accurate   correct  
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advantage   a factor or circumstance that benefits its possessor  
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analyze   to separate something into its parts in order to examine them; to study or examine carefully  
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apparent   appearing such, but not necessarily so; seeming  
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assess   determine the value, significance, or extent of; appraise  
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balance   1)a device used to measure mass; it works by balancing an "unknown" with a standard mass that is known 2)a state of equilibrium, as in an ecosystem  
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bar graph   A graph which answers the question: "What is the measurement for each item?" Note: a bar graph is appropriate when each item is has a discrete or categorical value .  
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beneficial   providing benefits or advantages  
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bias   a mental leaning, inclination, or prejudice  
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calculate   to ascertain by computation; reckon  
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category   a collection of things sharing a common attribute  
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characteristic   A feature that helps to identify, tell apart, or describe recognizably; a distinguishing mark or trait.  
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chart   a visual display of information  
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classify   to arrange in classes or categories  
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composed   to form by continuum, make up  
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