What is Science? Vocab

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Science

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The study of the natural world through observations and experiments.

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Scientist

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A person who studies or is trained in one or more sciences.

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Properties

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Shape, size, texture, color, sink/float, temperature.

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Scientific Method

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The method of finding out more about the world using several steps: observations, hypothesis, designing experiments, gathering data, and drawing conclusions.

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Hypothesis

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An idea or theory that is based on some evidence but has not yet been proven.

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Experiment

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A test or procedure done for the purpose of learning or proving something.

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Data/Evidence

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Facts or information that can be used to analyze, discuss, or calculate something.

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Conclusion

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A judgment that you form after considering all the evidence.