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6. beam balance A scientific device used for measuring the mass of an object.
9. a first example that is used as a model for what comes later.
11. Variable "I" control variable; one thing you CHOOSE to change in an experiment; the CAUSE in an experiment.
17. the application of science to make useful products and tools
18. a visual representation of an object
20. stick stick Also called a "Yard Stick"; it measures units in meters (distance).
22. method a series of steps for testing a hypothesis.
23. device technology that is changed, or adapted, for use by a person with a permanent disability (permanent changes - ex. corrective eye surgery).
24. Man's best friend
27. cylinder A scientific device that measures liquid volume.

1. scientific instrument used for making objects far away appear closer.
2. Large marsupial
3. Flying mammal
4. scale scale Scientific device that measures units of force (like pounds).
5. variable anything that is kept the same through the whole experiment
7. Variable the factors/ results that will change because of the independent variable. Usually the factors you measure or observe as data; the EFFECT of an experiment
8. a possible explanation for an observation; an educated guess
10. design process a series of steps that engineers/ creators follow when designing a product.
12. facts/ information gathered and analyzed from an experiment. Can be observations or represented with numbers.
13. consequence a problem that occurs because of a new technology (negative). Ex - cell phones use can lead to more car accidents.
14. Likes to chase mice
15. scientific instrument used for viewing small objects
16. benefit ways in which technology meets people's needs (positive). Ex - cell phones help people communicate easier.
19. Has a trunk
21. device technology that helps a person with disabilities with daily life (temporary changes/ can be removed - ex. crutches).
25. wanting or expecting certain results from an experiment
26. Likes to chase mice