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Science Chapter 1

Chapter 1 Vocab

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Science A system of knowledge based on facts or principles
Technology The application of science to meet human needs
Scientific Theory A tested, possible explanation of a natural event
Scientific Law A summary of an observed natural event
Critical Thinking Applying logic and reason to observation and conclusions
Scientific Method A series of logical steps to follow in order to solve problems
Variable Anything that can change in an expirement
Length The straight line distance between any two points
Mass A measure of the quantity of matter in an object
Volume A measure of space, such as the capacity of a container
Weight The force with which gravity pulls on a quantity of matter
Scientific Notation A value written as a simple number multiplied by a power of 10
Precision The degree of exactness of a measurement
Significant Figures The digits in a measurement that are known with certainty
Accuracy The extent to which a measurement approaches the true value
Weight The force with which gravity pulls on a quantity of matter
Scientific Notation A value written as a simple number multiplied by a power of 10
Precision Degree of exactness of a measurement
Significant Figures The digits in a measurement that are known with certainty
Accuracy The extent to which measurement approachs the true value
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