Science Unit 1 Review

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What is science?

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The study of the natural world through observation and tests.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A possible explanation or answer that an experiment may test.

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What is an experiment?

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A fair test of a question or idea that is often a part of an investigation.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What are the inputs of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the outputs of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change in an experiment.

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What is a control in an experiment?

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A standard for comparison that remains constant.

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What is energy?

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The ability to do work or cause change.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.