
Understanding Science/ Scientific Inquiry
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Physics
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
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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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