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How are a hypothesis and a theory similar?
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They are both attempts to explain natural phenomena
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Explanations of natural phenomena supported by large amounts of data are called __________.
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Theories
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__________ is the application of science to help people.
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Technology
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A(n) __________ is a well-organized procedure that tests an idea.
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Experiment
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 A(n) __________ is something that represents an idea or object to help people better understand it. |
Model
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The SI base unit of length is the __________.
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Meter
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Which variable in an experiment is specifically changed by the scientist?
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Independant variable
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A(n) __________ is a prediction or explanation that can be tested by experimentation. |
Hypothesis
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What occurs when the expectations of a scientist change how the results of an experiment are viewed?
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Bias
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In a controlled experiment, the single factor manipulated by the researcher is the __________ variable and the responding factor that is measured is the __________ variable. |
Independant, dependant
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An object will remain at rest or keep moving unless a force acts on it
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__________ is the change in velocity divided by the time needed for the change to occur.
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Acceleration
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Any change over time is called a(n) __________.
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Speed
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Average speed is found by __________.
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V = d / t
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The __________ is the combination of all the forces acting on an object.
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Net force
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