Scientific Inquiry: Science 8 LS

A multi-step process that scientists use to answer questions about our world (or universe).

• Theory

• The Scientific Method

• Data

• Graph

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A predicted answer to a scientific question.

• Inference

• Observation

• Conclusion

• Hypothesis

The end result of a scientific experiment that either supports or goes against an original hypothesis.

• Theory

• Conclusion

• Question

• Data

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An explanation that most people agree on because it has been tested and confirmed many times (through observation & experiments).

• Theory

• Question

• Data

• Inference

Information gathered through scientific experiments that can be used to draw conclusions. Can be displayed in graphs, charts, and tables.

• Energy

• Observation

• Data

• Hypothesis

A logical conclusion based on observations and reasoning. For example, the cat broke the vase.

• Observation

• Inference

A conclusion that is drawn through using our body's senses (sight, smell, taste, touch, hearing). For example, it is sunny outside.

• Observation

• Inference

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A diagram or chart used to show data and help us draw conclusions.

• Question

• Hypothesis

• Graph

• Experiment

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The system we use to learn about the world around us. It is based on the collection of evidence is called Science.

• True

• False

Facts or information that is used to prove that a scientific claim is true. Also called “proof.”

• Graph

• Evidence

• Hypothesis

• Question

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