Definitions
Science Definition
Investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information
International System of Units (SI) definition
Is the internationally accepted system of measurement
Name me the three branches of science
Earth Science, Life Science, and Physical Science
What step is Draw Conclusions? (from 1 to 6)
5
Give me two career examples of Earth Science:
Geologist, meteorologist, surveyor, cartographer, seismologist, paleontologist, and volcanologist.
Observation Definition
The act of using one or more of your senses to gather information
Prediction Definition
A statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events
What does Earth Science studies?
Studies Earth, including rocks, soils, oceans, and atmosphere.
What step is Test Hypothesis? (from 1 to 6)
3
Name me two tools used by earth scientists:
Binoculars, Compass, Streak plate, Wind vane, and Anemometer
Hypothesis Definition
A possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations
Description Definition
A spoken or written summary of observations
What does Life Science studies?
Study of living things
What step is Communicate Results? (from 1 to 6)
6
Name me two ways you can test a hypothesis:
Design an experiment, Make a model, Gather and evaluate evidence, Collect data, and Record observations
Practical use of scientific knowledge, especially for industrial and commercial use
Explanation Definition
Is an interpretation of observations
What does Physical Science studies?
Study matter and energy. Including physics and chemistry. Non-living
What step is Hypothesize and Predict? (from 1 to 6)
2
Controlled experiments have two types of factors:
Independent variable and dependent variables
Critical Thinking Definition
Comparing what you already know with the info you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it
Inference Definition
A logical explanation of observation that is drawn from pure knowledge or experience
Data should always be __________________.
Sorted, graphed or classified.
What is scientific inquiry?
It answer questions or test ideas about the natural world.
Results and conclusions from investigations could lead to many outcomes, list at least 3:
Technology, New materials, Answer to questions, Support for a hypothesis, Possible explanations, Scientific theories, and Scientific Laws