English 3D: Issue 2 Testing on Animals

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What does the word 'research' mean?

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Careful study and investigation.

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What is an 'experiment'?

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A scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.

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What does it mean to 'replace' someone?

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To take the place of someone or something.

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What are rodents?

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Mice, squirrels, and hamsters.

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What does the word 'toxic' mean?

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Containing poison.

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What is a 'substitute teacher'?

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A teacher who fills in for another teacher who is absent.

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What is a 'study'?

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A detailed examination and analysis of a subject.

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What is the purpose of a 'trial'?

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To test something in order to evaluate its performance or effectiveness.

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What does 'investigation' involve?

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A careful search or inquiry to discover facts.

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What is the difference between 'experiment' and 'study'?

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An experiment tests a hypothesis, while a study examines a subject in detail.