| A | B |
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| theory | hypotheses that have been tested or general explanaion for broad range of data |
| hypothesis | specific and testable prediction for a limited set of conditions |
| ControlGroup | serves as a standard of comparison because the group receives no experimental treatment |
| IndependentVariable | single factor that scientists change in an experiment |
| DependentVariable | Factors that may change in response to the independent variable |
| Biology | Study of Life |
| Cell | smallest unit capable of all life functions |
| Homeostasis | maintenance of stable internal conditions |
| metabolism | sum of all of the chemical reactions |
| heredity | passing traits to offspring |
