Scientific Method Unit Vocabulary Scienceknowledge gained by observing

Scientific Method Unit Vocabulary

§ Science-knowledge gained by observing the natural world; Learning about everything and how it works § Scientific method-Steps followed to solve problems § Observation-obtaining information using the 5 senses § Hypothesis-possible answer to a question that can be tested

§ Variable-factor that can be changed in an experiment § Data-information gathered through observation or experimentation § Model-representation of an object or system § Theory-an explanation that is supported by testing

§ Law-summary of many results and observations, tells how things work § Technology-products and processes designed to serve our needs § Engineering-process of creating technology § Intended benefit-technology being used to benefit society (doing what it is suppose to do)

§ Unintended Consequences-uses or results the engineers do not purposely include in the design (It could be a positive consequence or a negative one) Bioengineering-the application of engineering to living things, such as humans or plants

Types of Bioengineering § Adaptive-engineering that changes the process of a living organism (Laser eye surgery, new strains of corn crops) § Assistive-engineering that helps the living organism without changing it (Wheel chairs, or eye glasses)