Intro 3 Flashcards
Scientists repeat scientific method steps until
Hypothesis proven true or false
Scientists use _ to conduct scientific investigations (2)
Pure science
Applied science
Pure science is the search for (2)
Knowledge
Facts
Pure science uses _ to understand nature (2)
Theories
Predictions
Example of a pure science
Geology
Applied science means
Using knowledge in a practical way
Applied science is related to (2)
Engineering
Technology
Example of applied science
Development of a rocket
A “model” is a representation of a particular situation using _
Something else to represent it
Type of model 1
Physical model
Models allow scientists to easily
Observe and gather data
Physical model is something that
Can be built
Example of a physical model
Molecule made of gumdrops and sticks
Type of model 2
Computer model
Example of a computer model
3D simulation
Model type 3
Mathematical model
Mathematical models are calculations involving a
Particular mathematical equation
Example of a mathematical model
Equation of a line
