Hypothesis: A possible explanation for a set of observations.
Observation: The use of our senses to gather information (data).
Match the vocabulary term with the correct definition.
Answers:
* Hypothesis: A possible explanation for a set of observations.
* Observation: The use of our senses to gather information (data).
* Scientific inquiry: The process of continuous discovery and building of knowledge in the world of science.
* Interpret: To understand according to an individual's belief.
* Assume: To suppose as a fact.
Correct matches:
* Hypothesis: A possible explanation for a set of observations.
* Observation: The use of our senses to gather information (data).
Incorrect matches:
* Scientific inquiry : The process of continuous discovery and building of knowledge in the world of science. (This is the definition of science, not a specific term in the scientific method.)
* Interpret: To understand according to an individual's belief. (This is a more general term that can be used in many different contexts, not just science.)
* Assume: To suppose as a fact. (This is not a step in the scientific method. Scientists make hypotheses, not assumptions.)
Conclusion:
The correct matches for the vocabulary terms "hypothesis" and "observation" are as follows:
* Hypothesis: A possible explanation for a set of observations.
* Observation: The use of our senses to gather information (data).