NOS Vocabulary Test

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The investigation and exploration of natural events and of the new information that results from these investigations.
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The factor you observe or measure during an experiment.
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A rule that describes a pattern in nature.
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The number of digits in a measurement that you know with a certain reliability.
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A summary of observations which are spoken or written.
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A logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience.
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The practical use of scientific knowledge, especially for industrial or commercial use.
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Any factor that can have more than one value.
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The act of using one of more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs.
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An explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations.
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The internationally accepted system for measurement.
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A possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations.
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Comparing what you already know with the information you are given in order to decide whether you agree with it.
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An interpretation of observations made by a scientist.
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The factor you want to test in an experiment.
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A statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events.