The nature of science Flashcards
1
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Bias
A
a particular tendency or trend that is preconceived or unreasoned
2
Q
Constant
A
not changing or varying
3
Q
Control
A
to hold in check
4
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Density
A
the state or quality of being dense
5
Q
Dependent Variable
A
statistics
6
Q
Experiments
A
the conducting of such operations
7
Q
Graph
A
a diagram representing a system of connections
8
Q
Hypothesis
A
a proposition
9
Q
Independent Variable
A
a variable that is intentionally
10
Q
Mass
A
a body of coherent matter
11
Q
Model
A
a representation
12
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Scientific law
A
laws of science
13
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Scientific Method
A
a method or procedures
14
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Standard
A
an average or normal requirement
15
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Technolgy
A
the application of scientific knowledge
