| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Data | Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis. |
| Scientific Model | A systematic description of an object of phenomenon that shares important characteristics with the object or phenomenon. |
| Scientific Inquiry | The diverse ways in which scientists study the natural world and propose explanations based on the evidence derived from their work. |
| Analysis | Detailed examination of the elements of structure of something, typically as a basis for discussion or interpretation. |
| Computational Thinking | The thought processes involved in a formulating a problem and expressing its solution(s) in such a way that a computer-human or machine- can effectively carry out. |
| Phenomenon | A fact of situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question. |
| Argument | A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong. |
| Evidence | The available body of facts of information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. |
