Introduction to Physical Science

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What is the benefit of having baby steps in science occur as small bits of evidence accumulate?

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Lets scientists refine and expand on earlier ideas.

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Baby steps in science occur as small bits of _____________ gradually accumulate.

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evidence

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True or False: Newton's law of universal gravitation describes the force of gravity that causes the planets to orbit the sun.

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True

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True or False: Science may advance in giant steps when a major new idea is introduced.

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True

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The type of reasoning that is the basis of the scientific method is ______________ reasoning.

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Inductive

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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Define 'hypothesis'.

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is a scientific theory?

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A well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence.

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What is the difference between a scientific law and a scientific theory?

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A scientific law describes a consistent observation in nature, while a scientific theory explains why those observations occur.

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What is the role of experimentation in the scientific method?

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To test hypotheses and gather data to support or refute them.

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