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My Science Stack
Term | Definition |
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science | The investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations |
inference | A logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience |
observation | Using one or more of your senses to gather information and take note of what occurs. |
hypothesis | A possible explanation about an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations |
prediction | A statement of what will happen in a sequence of events |
technology | The practical use of scientific knowledge, especially for industrial or commercial use |
scientific theory | An explanation of observations or events based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations |
scientific law | Describes a pattern or an event in nature that is always true |
critical thinking | Comparing what you already know with the information you given to decide whether you agree with it |