Intro Science Flashcards

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broad explanation that is widely accepted because it is supported by a great deal of evidence.

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Scientific Theory

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the study of matter and energy

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Physical Science

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Drawing general conclusions from many individual observations

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Induction

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a statement describing what always happens under certain conditions in nature

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Scientific Law

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a way of learning about the natural world that is based on evidence and logic.

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Science

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the study of the structure, properties, and interactions of matter.

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Chemistry

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the study of energy and how it interacts with matter

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Physics

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any information that is gathered with the senses

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Observation

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9
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rules for deciding between right and wrong

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Ethics

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10
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a controlled scientific study of specific variables.

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Experiment

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is a factor that is changed by the researcher.

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Manipulated Variable (independent variable)

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a potential answer to a question that can be tested by gathering information.

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Hypothesis

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13
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investigate a problem in the real world instead of in a lab

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Field Study

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is a variable that is held constant so it won’t influence the outcome of an experiment

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Control

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is a factor that the researcher predicts will change if the manipulated variable changes.

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Responding Variable (dependent variable)

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Getting the same results when an experiment is repeated

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Replication