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Science and Technology Ch 2
Interactive Science Series
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Science
6th Grade
01/26/2016

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cost
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a negative result of either taking or not taking an action
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benefit
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a positive consequence of either taking or not taking an action
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scientific literacy
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understanding the scientific terms and principles well enough to ask questions, evaluate information, and make decision
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evidence
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includes observations and conclusions that have been repeated
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opinion
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an idea that may be formed from evidence but has not been confirmed by evidence
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controversy
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public disagreement between groups
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life science
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the study of living things, including plants, animals, and microscopic life forms
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Earth and space science
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the study of Earth and its place in the universe
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physical science
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the study of energy, motion, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, and chemistry
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Why is knowledge of science important to be able to perform non science jobs?
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Why do scientist from different field sometimes work together?
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Using a specific example, how can thinking scientifically help you to solve an everyday problem?
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food scientist
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study food; they need to use chemistry and biology to do this
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