Nature Of Science
The explanation for how something occurs, which is supported by a great deal of motion
What Is A Scientific Theory
Define Empirical Data
Data from experience or observations
Name the parts of a lab report.
1. Pre-Lab
2. Title
3. Objective
4. Introduction
5. Materials
6. Procedure
7. Results
8. Conclusion
9. Literature Cited
Knowledge of the universe gained through observation and experimentation
What is science
What does NASA stand for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Variable that stands alone and is not changing
What is An Independent Variable
Define Plagiarism
the practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own.
The 5 Steps to remember in a lab report are:
Important Reminders for a Lab Report
1) Spelling
2) Significant figures and units regarding measurements and calculations
3) Avoid personal pronouns
4) Headings should stand out and each section should be separated by 1 line
5) Neatness counts -> use rulers when needed (especially when using tables and graphs), type if possible
I use science to investigate crime scenes and identify the cause of death in homicides
What is a forensic Scientist
How many teeth does an adult human usually have?
Basic principle that applies everywhere and in all situations is best described as a
What is a Scientific Law.
Lab Report
Lab reports are written to describe and analyse a laboratory experiment that explores a scientific concept.
You must design one of these in order to test out your hypothesis.
What is an experiment.
I work to protect the environment through creating solutions for our Earth's problems.
What is environmental engineer.
How many weeks are in a year?
52 Weeks
Name two methods scientists use to collect empirical evidence?
Measurements and Data
Define Control
Variable that stays constant in the experiment.
I supervise the creation of tunnels, bridges, highways, buildings, etc.
What is civil engineer.
What is the largest ocean in the world?
Pacific Ocean
What three areas are the natural sciences commonly divided in?
What is Biology, Geology, Physics
STEM stands for
Science
Technology
Engeringering
Math
What you should do after analyzing the results of your experiment.
This is what all science careers have in common in terms of the education they require
What is at least 4 years of college
Name three types of engineering.
Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.