Scientific Inquiry Vocabulary

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

• theology

• social studies

• science

Using one or more of your senses to gather information

• observation

• inflation

• introspection

A logical explanation of an observation based on prior knowledge or experience

• observation

• intertwined

• inference

A possible explanation that is testable

• question

• hypothesis

• observation

A statement of what will happen next

• inception

• indication

• observation

• prediction

An explanation of observations or events based on knowledge gained from many observations and/or investigations

• scientific method

• scientific theory

• science fiction

• science fantasy

A RULE that describes a pattern in nature

• scientific law

• scientific method

• inner space

• dennis quaid

The practical use of science knowledge

• technical theaory

• techno

• technology

• techmology

Comparing what you know with new information you are given

• critical thinking

• critical mass

• critical opnion

• critical science

Safety during a lab is important because....

• it ensures everyone is safe

• helps get good grades

• helps with the measurements