Scientific Problem Solving (8)

Comparing what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it.

• prediction

• hypothesis

• critical thinking

• explanation

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

Possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations.

• description

• explanation

• prediction

• hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience.

• inference

• observation

• prediction

• description

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

Using one or more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs.

• inference

• observation

• prediction

• hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events.

• description

• explanation

• prediction

• observation

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

The investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from those investigations.

• technology

• science

• prediction

• critical thinking

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Rule that describes a repeatable pattern in nature.

• scientific law

• scientific theory

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations.

• scientific law

• scientific theory

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-2

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Internationally accepted system of measurement.

• International system of Units (SI)

• scientific notation

• science

• technology

Practical use of scientific knowledge, especially for industrial or commercial use.

• scientific theory

• scientific law

• technology

• science

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-3