The Nature of Science (Junior Cert Science): Flashcards
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Science definition
Science definition
Systematic study of the natural world
Physical science studies
Physical science studies
Non-living things
Biology definition
Biology definition
Study of all living things
Scientific method
Scientific method
Systematic approach to investigate questions & solve problems
Hypothesis
Hypothesis
Proposed explanation that can be tested
Scientific theory
Scientific theory
Well-supported explanation based on evidence
Scientific law
Scientific law
Description of observed occurrences from repeated experiments
Fleming's discovery
Fleming's discovery
Penicillin (first antibiotic)
Primary sources
Primary sources
Original data collected directly by the researcher
Secondary sources
Secondary sources
Info created by someone other than original researcher
