Terms
Careful study of the wonders of the universe
Science
Diagram showing data values
Graph
To look closely at something in order to learn facts
Investigate
What is the distance between amounts from one line to the next on a graph called?
An interval
A decision based on evidence is a ____________.
Conclusion
Used to calculate mathematical data
Calculator
Used to measure temperature
Thermometer
Instrument used to record specific times that experiments begin and end
Clock
Collection of facts
Data
Part of a circle graph that represents a certain fraction or part of a whole
Sector
Science put to practical use
Technology
What location on a line graph represents data?
A point
Not having enough evidence in the data to form a conclusion is said to be _______________.
Inconclusive
Used in navigation
Scale
Handheld instrument used to magnify a small object for closer examination
Hand lens
Reasonable prediction
Hypothesis
Group in an experiment in which the independent variable is tested
Experimental group
Orderly, step-by-step process in which scientists work
Scientific method
What is data on a graph that can predict future data called?
A _____ is a specific description of how some part of nature always behaves.
Law
Used to separate parts of a mixture
Strainer
Useful in gathering and recording data for research
Computer
Object using lenses and light to examine objects that cannot be seen with the human eye
Microscope
Factors in an experiment that can be controlled
Variables
Group in an experiment used as a standard
Control group
Factors in an experiment that stay the same
Controlled variables
What is a glass container with a narrow neck and opening called?
Flask
A ________ is a general explanation of why some part of nature behaves the way it does.
Theory
Handheld object that uses lenses to observe objects from a distance
Binoculars
Instrument using lenses and mirrors to observe objects in space
Telescope
Instrument used to count down time
Timer
Factor in an experiment that is measured or observed
Dependent variable
Table, diagram, or chart that shows data in a visually organized manner
Concept map
Only factor in an experiment that is changed to test the hypothesis
Independent variable
Beaker
A narrow glass tube used to hold, mix, or heat small amounts of liquid is a _______ ________.
Test Tube
Used to prevent spilling when transferring substances from one container to another
Funnel
Used to measure very small amounts of liquid
Eyedropper
Instrument used to count up time; records precise amounts of time
Stopwatch