Science Fundamentals

A systematic approach to understanding the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.

A systematic approach to conducting scientific investigations, involving observation, hypothesis, experimentation, analysis, conclusion, and communication.

Study of the physical world, covering matter, energy, motion, and forces. Includes classical mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics and relativity.

The study of matter and its properties, including atoms, elements, compounds, chemical reactions, organic chemistry, and biochemistry.

The study of living organisms, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, botany, and zoology.

The study of Earth and its processes, covering geology, meteorology, oceanography, astronomy, and environmental science.

Well-substantiated explanations of the natural world, repeatedly confirmed through observation and experimentation. Can be modified with new evidence.

Descriptive statements predicting phenomena under specific conditions.

Application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, involving tools, machines, materials, and processes to solve problems and improve life.

Assigning numerical values to physical quantities, using standard units like meter, kilogram, second, ampere, kelvin, mole, and candela.