| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Hypothesis | A testable idea or explanation that leads to scientific investigation |
| Theory | A system of ideas that explains many related observations and is supported by a large body of evidence acquired through scientific investigation |
| Geology | Scientific study of the origin, history, and structure of Earth |
| Independent Variable | Factor in an experiment that changes as a result of changes in other factors |
| Dependent Variable | Factor that is manipulated in an experiment |
| Astronomy | Scientific study of the universe |
| Meteorology | Scientific study of Earth's atmosphere |
| Oceanography | Scientific study of the oceans |
| Observation | Process of obtaining information by using the senses |
| Peer Review | Process by which experts in a field examine another expert's work prior to publication |
