The Nature of Science Flashcards
Bias
A particular tendency, trend, inclination, feeling, or opinion, especially one that is preconceived or unreasoned
Constant
a situation or state of affairs that does not change.
Control
a group or individual used as a standard of comparison for checking the results of a survey or experiment.
Density
the degree of compactness of a substance.
Dependent Variable
a variable whose value depends on that of another.
Experiment
A way of gathering data through tests.
Graph
a diagram showing the relation between variable quantities, typically of two variables, each measured along one of a pair of axes at right angles.
Hypothesis
An educated guess
Independent Variable
a variable whose value does not depend on that of another.
Mass
a coherent, typically large body of matter with no definite shape.
Model
used as an example to follow or imitate.
Scientific Law
the description of an observed phenomenon
Scientific Method
a method of procedure consisting in systematic observation, measurement, and experiment, and the formulation, testing, and modification of hypotheses.
Standard
an idea or thing used as a measure, norm, or model in comparative evaluations.
Technology
the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes
