Understanding Science/ Scientific Inquiry

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable statement or prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What does it mean for a hypothesis to be testable?

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It means that the hypothesis can be supported or refuted through experimentation or observation.

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What is an inference?

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A logical explanation of an observation based on prior knowledge or experience.

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What is the origin of the word 'science'?

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The word science comes from the Latin word 'scientia', which means 'knowledge' or 'to know'.

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What is critical thinking?

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The process of comparing what you already know with new information to decide whether you agree with it.

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What is an observation in science?

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The act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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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 of an aspect of the natural world.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis.

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What is the purpose of analyzing results in scientific inquiry?

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To determine whether the data supports or refutes the hypothesis.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change in an experiment, affecting the outcome.