Nature of Science (0) Flashcards
dependent variable
definition: factor that changes as a result of changes in other variable.
Scientific Law
A Statement about what happens in nature, that seems to be true most of the time.
VARIABLE
A factor or condition that is subject to change in a scientific experiment to test a hypothesis.
observation
Using your sense to gather information.
Experiment
A procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.
Constant
A factor that doesn´t change when other variables change
Model
Represents an idea,event or object to better help people understand it.
Bias
Occurs when a scientists expectations change how the results of an experiment are viewed
SI
International system of units. The improved universally accepted version of the metric system.
Inference
Logic explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience.
Derived Unit
A unit contained by combining different SI units.
Botany
Science involving the study of plants
Theory
A scientifically acceptable general concept.
Dependent Variable
A factor that changes as a result of changes in other variables.
Plant Anatomy
study of the internal structure of plants
