Unit 1 Vocabulary

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constant

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A value or condition that does not change in an experiment.

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controlled experiment

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An experiment in which only one variable is changed at a time.

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gram

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The standard metric unit of mass.

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liter

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The standard metric unit for volume.

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mass

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The standard unit for measurement of mass.

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meniscus

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The curved upper surface of a liquid in a graduated cylinder.

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meter

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Standard metric unit of distance.

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hypothesis

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A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, to be tested scientifically.

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inference

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A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.

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observation

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The action or process of using the senses something carefully to gain information.