8th Grade SSA Vocab Nature of Science Review

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What is a scientific theory?

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An explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations.

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What is an inference?

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A logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience.

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What is data in the context of an experiment?

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Information gathered during an experiment.

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What does replication mean in scientific research?

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The process of repeating the work of another scientist to confirm or validate results.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations.

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What is a scientific law?

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A statement that describes a consistent relationship observed in nature.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation based on a body of evidence.

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What is the role of variables in an experiment?

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Variables are factors that can change in an experiment, affecting the outcome.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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A control group is used as a standard for comparison to determine the effect of the independent variable.

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What is an observation in scientific research?

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An observation is the act of noting and recording something using the senses.