| A | B |
|---|
| biology | scientific study of life |
| science | a way to answer questions about the natural world ; means "to know" |
| inquiry | asking questions and seeking answers about observations in nature |
| observation | using the senses to gather information |
| data | recorded observations |
| qualitative data | recorded observations of descriptions |
| quantitative data | recorded observations of measurements |
| inference | a logical conclusion based on observations |
| generalization | general conclusion |
| scientific method | observation, question, hypothesis, prediction, test |
| hypothesis | a suggested answer to a well-defined scientific question |
| variable | condition that can differ within an experiment |
| controlled experiment | experiment that tests the effect of a single variable |
| evidence | collected body of data from observations and experiments |
| theory | well-tested explanation supported by a large body of evidence |
| models | physical, mental, mathematical representation of a process or idea |
| technology | application of scientific understanding for some specific purpose |
| cell theory | all living things are made from cells |
| Alexander Fleming | observed that certain fungi killed bacteria |
| analogy | a comparison that shows a likeness between two things |
