What is Science?

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What is Science?

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An organized way of studying the natural world and finding solutions to common problems.

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What do scientists study that involves collections of structures, cycles, and processes?

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Systems.

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What is applied science that involves using computers, toasters, or radios?

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Technology.

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What do scientists who study Earth and space systems study?

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Earth science.

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What do scientists design to test ideas, theories, and hypotheses?

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Experiments.

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What is the process of making observations and gathering information called?

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Scientific observation.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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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.

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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 is not changed.