Science in Context

Science in Context

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Barbara White

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Hypothesis Noun

[hy-poth-e-sis]

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Hypothesis


A testable, proposed explanation for a set of observations, serving as a starting point for further scientific investigation.

Example: This image shows an experiment set up to test a hypothesis, such as 'Plants will grow differently under different colors of light.'
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Skepticism Noun

[skep-ti-siz-um]

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Skepticism


A scientific attitude of questioning existing ideas and refusing to accept explanations without sufficient evidence to support them.

Example: This image shows a question mark inside a lightbulb, representing the scientific practice of questioning ideas and claims until evidence is provided.
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Peer Review Noun

[peer ri-vyoo]

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Peer Review


The process where scientific work is evaluated by anonymous, independent experts to ensure it meets quality standards before publication.

Example: This infographic shows the scientific peer review process, where a scholar's research manuscript is reviewed by other experts (peers) before being published.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Bias Noun

[by-us]

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Bias


A personal, rather than scientific, point of view for or against something, which can potentially influence research and interpretation.

Example: This image shows an unbalanced scale, where one side is given more weight than the other, representing how bias unfairly favors one outcome.
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Model Noun

[mod-l]

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Model


A physical, mathematical, or conceptual representation of an idea, object, or process used to visualize and communicate ideas.

Example: This diagram is a scientific model because it represents an idea of how the solar system works, with the Earth at the center.
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Scientific Inquiry Noun

[sy-en-tif-ik in-kwy-ree]

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Scientific Inquiry


The diverse ways scientists study the natural world, propose explanations based on evidence, and test those explanations.

Example: This image shows a plant bending towards a light source, a simple observation that prompts questions, which is the first step of scientific inquiry.
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Engineering Design Noun

[en-juh-neer-ing di-zayn]

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Engineering Design


The process engineers use to identify a need, brainstorm solutions, create a prototype, and test it to solve problems.

Example: This wildlife bridge is an example of engineering design, creating a solution to help animals safely cross a busy highway, protecting both wildlife and drivers.
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