| A | B |
| A pattern observed repeatedly in the natural world | Scientific Theory |
| A rule that describes a pattern in nature | Scientific Law |
| A way of learning about the natural world | Science |
| A collection of structures, cycles and processes that relate to and interact with each other | System |
| Study of living systems and the ways they interact | Life science |
| Study of matter and energy | Physical Science |
| Study of Earths systems and systems in space | Earth Science |
| Practical use of science, or applied science. | Technology |