This document defines key scientific terms related to various fields of science like chemistry, physics, geology, and astronomy. It also explains important concepts in scientific inquiry such as the scientific method, experiments, theories and laws. Measurement terms are also defined, including units for length, mass, volume, density, and devices like thermometers. Graphing and proportional relationships are also summarized.
This document defines key scientific terms related to various fields of science like chemistry, physics, geology, and astronomy. It also explains important concepts in scientific inquiry such as the scientific method, experiments, theories and laws. Measurement terms are also defined, including units for length, mass, volume, density, and devices like thermometers. Graphing and proportional relationships are also summarized.
This document defines key scientific terms related to various fields of science like chemistry, physics, geology, and astronomy. It also explains important concepts in scientific inquiry such as the scientific method, experiments, theories and laws. Measurement terms are also defined, including units for length, mass, volume, density, and devices like thermometers. Graphing and proportional relationships are also summarized.
Technology - Application of scientific knowledge to practical use.
Chemistry - Study of matter's composition and behavior. Physics - Study of fundamental principles in nature. Geology - Study of Earth's structure and processes. Astronomy - Study of celestial objects and the universe. Biology - Study of living organisms and their interactions. Scientific Method - Systematic approach to scientific inquiry. Observation - Systematic data collection through senses or instruments. Hypothesis - Testable explanation for a scientific question. Manipulated Variable - Independent variable in an experiment. Responding Variable - Dependent variable observed in an experiment. Controlled Experiment - Experiment with controlled variables. Scientific Theory - Well-substantiated natural explanation. Scientific Law - Statement describing consistent natural relationships. Model - Simplified representation of a system or phenomenon. Scientific Notation - Representation of large/small numbers. Length - Measure of extent in units (e.g., meters). Mass - Measure of matter's amount in units (e.g., grams). Volume - Measure of space occupied (e.g., liters). Density - Ratio of mass to volume. Conversion Factor - Ratio for unit conversion. Precision - Consistency and repeatability of measurements. Significant Figures - Digits contributing to measurement precision. Accuracy - Closeness to the true value in measurement. Thermometer - Device measuring temperature changes. Slope - Steepness of a line on a graph. Direct Proportion - Quantities changing together. Inverse Proportion - Quantities changing in opposite directions.