Lesson 1: Scientific Inquiry

Question 1

Science

Answer 1

The investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations.

Question 2

Observation

Answer 2

The results of using one or more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs.

Question 3

Inference

Answer 3

Logical explanation of of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience.

Question 4

Hypothesis

Answer 4

a possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations.

Question 5

Prediction

Answer 5

A statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events.

Question 6

Scientific Theory

Answer 6

An explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gain from many observations and investigations.

Question 7

Scientific Law

Answer 7

A rule that describes a repeatable pattern in nature.

Question 8

Critical thinking

Answer 8

Comparing what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it.