Chemistry Chapter 1
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constanceeee on August 29, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
Scientific Law | a concise statement that summarizes the results of many observations and experiments |
Manipulated Variable | The variable you change |
Experiment | used to test a hypothesis |
Hypothesis | a proposed explanation for an observation |
Responding Variable | the variable that is observed; studied |
Theory | well-tested explanation that unifies a broad range of observations |
Observation | when you use your senses to obtain information |
Scientific Method | a logical approach to the solution of a scientific problem |
Pollutant | a harmful material in the air or water |
Biotechnology | applies science to the production of biological products or processes |
Microscopic | seen under magnification |
Macroscopic | can be seen with the unaided eye |
Technology | a way that society provides its members with things needed and desired |
Applied Chemistry | research that is directed toward a practical goal |
Pure Chemistry | Pursuit of chemical knowledge for its own sake |
Physical Chemistry | the branch of chemistry dealing with the physical properties of chemical substances |
Analytical Chemistry | the identification of the components and composition of materials |
Biochemistry | the study of substances and processes occurring in living things |
Inorganic Chemistry | study of chemicals without carbon |
Organic Chemistry | study of chemicals with carbon |
Chemistry | the study of the composition of matter and the changes it undergoes |
Matter | anything with mass or occupies a space |
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