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Chapter 1 part 1
Nature of science
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09/06/2004

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Scientific Law
Definition
A rule that describes a pattern in nature; does not attempt to explain it
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scientific theory
Definition
attempt to explain a pattern observed reatedly in the natural world; supported by observations and investigation
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system
Definition
collection of structures, cycles, and processes that relate to and interact with each other
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life science
Definition
branch of science that studies living systems and how they interact
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earth science
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branch of science that studies nonliving systems
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physical science
Definition
the study of matter and energy
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chemistry
Definition
the study of matter and the interactions of matter
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physics
Definition
the study of energy and its ability to change matter
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technology
Definition
the practicle use of science
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observation
Definition
using the 5 senses to gather information
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hypothesis
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a reasonable and educated guess that can be tested and it is based on what is known and observed
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conclusion
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analysis and communication of the results of a scientific investigation
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variables
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factors that can be changed in an experiment
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constants
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variable that are not changed in an experiment
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scientific method
Definition
an organized approach to solving problems
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