Shared Flashcard Set

Details

DIVE ICP
Lesson 1 Vocab
12
Science
10th Grade
08/21/2012

Additional Science Flashcards

 


 

Cards

Term
Data
Definition
A collection of facts and information, which you may have recorded during an experiment, from which conclusions and decisions can be made.
Term
Deductive Reasoning
Definition
Starts with general statements and leads towards specifics. It is about applying rules.
Term
Inductive Resoning
Definition
Starts as facts and works towards general conclusions (science). It is the process of finding rules.
Term
observation
Definition
The act of receiving information through the senses, and recording it.
Term
science
Definition
A systematic study through careful observation, collection of data, and experimental investigation; observations of the physical universe.
Term
truth
Definition
anything that is not false
Term
pure science
Definition
it is based on deductions from demonstrated facts and truths, but is not focused on practical applications; "the quest for knowledge".
Term
applied science
Definition
Solving practical problems by the application of one or more fields of pure science.
Term
faith
Definition
Confidence or trust in something, that is not based on actual proof.
Term
 bias
Definition
An inclination or predisposition in a certain direction that prevents an unprejudiced consideration of a question
Term
fact
Definition
Something that actually exists, that has been observed or experienced.
Supporting users have an ad free experience!