Science Vocabulary Flashcards
infer
drawing a conclusion guess based on background knowledge and evidence
observe
watching objects or events using all 5 senses
classify
sorting objects based on similarities in their properties or characteristics
analyze
examining something closely to learn new things
test
checking the reliability of a prediction by performing an investigation
predict
making an educated guess based on background knowledge and research
research
using resources to learn information about a topic
conclude
using evidence to determine a reasonable conclusion
control
elements in an investigation that remain the came to ensure accurate results
variable
an element in an investigation that is changed because it is being tested