Science Flashcards
1
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Technology
A
An object or a process designed to meet needs or solve problems.
2
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Science
A
The study of the natural world to understand how it works. (Functions)
3
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Engineer
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A person who uses both science and technology to solve problems.
4
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Impact
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The effect of one thing on another.
5
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Risk
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Possible problems created by a technology
6
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Benefit
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Advantages of a technology.
7
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Trade-off
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An exchange where one benefit is given up in order to get another.
8
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Durability
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Able to resist wear and tear; lasting.
9
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Criteria
A
Something used as a reason for making a judgement or decision.
10
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Collaborate
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To work together.
11
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Consensus
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An agreement.
12
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Current
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Used now
13
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Emerging
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New, beginning to used
14
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Obsolete
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No longer used
