1. Week 7 Vocabulary Skepticism Making Models Communicating
An attitude of doubt
Making Models
The process of creating representations of complex objects or processes
Communicating
The sharing of ideas and experimental findings with others through writing and speaking

2. Week 7 Vocabulary Metric System SI Volume Density
A system of measurement based on the number 10 SI
International System of Units; a version of the metric system used by scientists all over the world
Volume
The amount of space an object takes up
Density
A measure of how much mass is contained in a given volume

3. Week 7 Vocabulary Estimate Technology Scientific Literacy
An approximation of a number based on reasonable assumptions
Technology
How people change the world around them to met their needs or to solve practical problems
Scientific Literacy
Understanding basic scientific terms and principles well enough that you can evaluate information, make personal decisions, and take part in public affairs