Science — definition?
Systematic study of the natural world.
Observation — role?
Noticing and describing events carefully.
Hypothesis — role?
Proposed explanation for further testing.
Data — purpose?
Information collected during experiments.
Theory — role?
Well-tested explanation unifying observations.
Scientific method — steps?
Observation, hypothesis, experiment, conclusion.
Control variable — purpose?
Keeps factors constant for fairness.
Force — definition?
Push or pull changing motion.
Energy — types?
Kinetic and potential energy.
Atom — smallest unit?
Smallest unit of an element.
Answer 5 questions on Introduction to Basic Science Principles.
1. How do observation and hypothesis differ in the scientific process?
2. What is a key feature of the scientific method that ensures the reliability of experimental results?
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