Science Process Skills Vocabulary

Front

What is the amount of space an object takes up?

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Volume

Front

What is a logical conclusion based on observations, where each person has their own perspective?

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Inference

Front

What is a controlled test of a hypothesis where one variable is manipulated to discover its effect on another?

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Experiment

Front

What is a clear tube marked in milliliters used to accurately measure the volume of liquids?

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Graduated cylinder

Front

What is a device used to hold test tubes in an upright position?

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Test tube rack

Front

What is the measure of the amount of matter in an object?

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Mass

Front

What is the force of gravity acting on an object?

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Weight

Front

What is the process of making observations and drawing conclusions based on those observations?

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Scientific method

Front

What is a statement that can be tested through experimentation?

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Hypothesis

Front

What is the variable that is changed in an experiment?

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Independent variable