the nature of science Flashcards
bias
prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
constant
continuing or continuously over a period of time
control
the power to influence or direct people’s behavior or the course of events.
density
the degree of compactness of a substance
dependent variable
a value that depends on that of another
experiment
a scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.
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
a supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
independent variable
a value that does not depend on another
mass
a coherent, typically large body of matter with no definite shape.
model
a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing or of a proposed structure, typically on a smaller scale than the original.
scientific law
the description of an observed phenomenon
scientific method
a method of procedure that has characterized natural science since the 17th century, consisting in systematic observation, measurement, and experiment, and the formulation, testing, and modification of hypotheses.
standard
a level of quality or attainment.
technology
the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.
scientific theory
an explanation of an aspect of the natural world and universe that can be repeatedly tested and verified in accordance with the scientific method
variable
not consistent or having a fixed pattern; liable to change.
volume
the amount of space that a substance or object occupies, or that is enclosed within a container, especially when great.
si
a complete metric system of units of measurement for scientists; fundamental quantities
