Other Science Questions Flashcards
What is density?
Density is how tightly packed the matter in a substance is.
What is classification?
Classification is the ordering of facts in a reasonable and systematic way.
What is science?
Science is the accumulation and classification of observable facts in order to formulate general laws about the natural world.
What is genetics?
Genetics is the study of how traits are passed down from parent to offspring.
What is air resistance?
Air resistance is the friction exerted by air on a falling object.
What does the term “pain threshold” refer to?
The term “pain threshold” refers to the fact that different people are capable of bearing different amounts of pain.
What are placebos?
Placebos are fake pills.
What is applied science?
Applied science is science directed at finding something useful.
What is technology?
Technology is a new process or machine that makes life better or a job easier.
What is life science?
Life science is any scientific pursuit related to living organisms.
What is dehydrated food?
Dehydrated food is food from which almost all of the water has been removed.
