Across
- 2. The process of determining the size, amount, or quantity of something using a tool and a standard unit.
- 8. The factor that is measured or observed as a result of changing the independent variable.
- 9. Information collected during an investigation through observations or measurements.
- 11. A visual representation of data used to identify patterns and relationships.
- 13. A systematic process used to answer questions and gather evidence about the natural world.
- 14. A logical explanation or conclusion based on observations and evidence.
- 16. A statement or conclusion that answers a scientific question or explains a phenomenon.
- 17. An explanation that connects the evidence to the claim using scientific principles.
- 19. The group in an experiment that does not receive the experimental change and is used for comparison.
- 20. Descriptive information that is not expressed as numbers, such as color, texture, or smell.
Down
- 1. The factor that a scientist intentionally changes during an investigation.
- 3. Information that is expressed using numbers or measurements.
- 4. Information gathered using your senses or scientific tools.
- 5. Observations, measurements, or data that support or challenge a scientific claim.
- 6. A factor or condition that can change in an investigation.
- 7. How close repeated measurements are to one another.
- 10. Specific data or observations used to support a scientific claim.
- 12. A factor that is kept the same throughout an investigation.
- 15. How close a measurement is to the accepted or true value.
- 18. A testable prediction or possible explanation for a scientific question.