| A | B |
| evidence | material and data where conclusions can be drawn by which proof can be established |
| hypothesis | a possible explanation for an observation of phenomenon |
| law | statement of how the earth behaves under certain conditions |
| peer review | ones work or researched is reviewed by experts to evaluate |
| scientific inquiry | investigations of natural phenomenon |
| technology | application of scientific discoveries to meet human objectives |
| theory | an explanation or model that has been tested and confirmed |
| inference | idea or connection that comes from prior knowledge |
| speculation | an idea or prediction with weak evidential support |