StorySmodule1vocab

System

a group of interacting parts that form a complex whole.

inference

a logical interpretation of data based on his or her knowledge based.

Scientific Inquiry

refers to the activities through which students develop knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, as well as an understanding of how scientists study the natural world.

Observation

information collected by using one or more of the five senses.

Science

use of evidence to construct testable explanations and predictions of natural phenomena, as well as the knowledge generated through this process (National Academy of Science).

Evidence

supporting information.

Graph

a chart or diagram of quantitative data that helps the viewer understand.

Metric system

A system of measurement used by scientists.

Qualitative data

Information that is observed with the senses but not easily quantified.

Dependent variable

the observable or measurable results.

Controlled variable

a variable that is not changed and will remain the same.

Constant

in a controlled experiment, the constant represents all conditions that are kept identical in both the experimental and control groups.

Quantitative data

Information that can be counted or measured.

Scientific hypothesis

tentative and testable statements that must be capable of being supported or not supported by observational evidence. 

Independent variable

changed variable.