Flower
What is an explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations?
scientific theory
Convert 24 m to mm.
24000mm
What is the investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations?
science
Put 0.000623 in scientific notation.
6.23 x 10^-4
What are the three branches of science?
Physical Science, Earth Science, Life Science
What is a spoken or written summary of observations?
description
What is an interpretation of observations?
explanation
What is a method of writing or displaying very small or very large values?
scientific notation
What are the results of using one or more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs?
observations
What is the expression of error as a percentage of the accepted value?
percent error
Who is Marie Curie?
Made significant contributions to science. Made significant discoveries in radioactivity.
What is a rule that describes a repeatable pattern in nature?
scientific law
Convert 0.005 cg to kg.
.00000005 kg
Calculate Percent Error:
Experimental Value: 62 deg. F
Accepted Value: 67 deg. F
7.46%
What is a possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations?
hypothesis
What do you use a science journal for?
taking data, writing hypothesis, showing results...
2.1 x 10^4
What is a logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience?
inference
What is the internationally accepted system of measurement?
International System of Units
What tool will we use to measure a force?
Spring Scale
What is a statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events?
prediction
What are two types of balances?
triple beam and electronic
Put 4000 in scientific notation.
4 x 10^3
What do we typically measure temperatures in?
Degrees Celsius
What does it mean by comparing what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it?
critical thinking