1. Introduction to Science

2. Science *
the information from experimenting and exploring
used everyday
facts that can be tested and proven
does not deal with a persons opinions or feelings

3. Results of Science * provides explanations for things
example: space, earthquakes
Improves lives with new discoveries
example: artificial limbs, better ways of farming
Develops new technology
example: communication, more efficient cars

4. Three Branches of Science *
Earth Science
the study of the non-living parts of Earth including rocks, soil, oceans, and the atmosphere.
examples of Earth Scientists
geologist – rocks and minerals
meteorologist – weather
oceanographer - ocean

5. Physical Science* study chemicals, force, motion, energy
examples of physical scientists
physicist – force and motion
chemist – combines different chemicals to make new substances
engineer - builds new structures and machines

6. Life Science*
Study living things
examples of life scientists
biologist – humans and animals
botanist – plants
marine biologist – ocean life

7. Scientific Theory Vs. Scientific Law
*Scientific Theory-explanation based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations
*Scientific Law- rule that describes a pattern in nature (happens all of the time no matter what)