Intro Flashcard 1

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Why is just using your sense of sight not enough to make good observations?

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All of the above senses are needed to make the best observations.

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

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Scientific Theory

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_____ is a statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events.

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Prediction

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_____ is a rule that describes a repeatable pattern in nature.

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Scientific Law

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_____ is a possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigation.

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Hypothesis

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for conducting experiments and making observations.

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What is an observation?

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Information gathered using the senses.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change and affect the outcome of an experiment.

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What is a control in an experiment?

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The standard to which comparisons are made in an experiment.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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A summary of the results of an experiment and whether the hypothesis was supported.