| A | B |
| Physical Science | the study of matter and energy |
| Geology | uses physical science to explain earthquake waves and rock composition |
| Scientific Method | a series of steps that scientists use to answer questions and solve problems |
| Observation | is any use of the senses to gather information |
| Hypothesis | a possible explanation or answer to a question |
| Data | any pieces of information acquired through experimentation |
| Theory | a unifying explanation for a broad range of hypotheses and observations that have been supported by testing |
| Law | a summary of many experimental results and observations |
| Technology | the application of knowledge, tools, and materials to solve problems and accomplish tasks. |
| Model | a representation of an object or system |