Scientific Processes, Lab Safety, and Science Tools

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Using one or more of the senses to gain information is called...

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observations

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The process of reasoning by drawing a logical conclusion based on factual evidence is called...

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inference

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A possible explanation about the future, based on past events is called a/an ...

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prediction

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What is the term for writing a report that includes data, charts, tables, and explanations of discoveries?

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communication

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The process of grouping things based on their similarities

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classification

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Talking to experts, reading books, using the internet to gather facts is called...

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research

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What is an educated guess usually written as an if/then statement?

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hypothesis

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A record of what has been observed during an experiment is called...

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data

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This should always include an answer your original question, your hypothesis, and if it was valid or invalid.

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conclusion

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When information is valid (accurate/ true)

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reliable