VCR Presentation Lesson 6
Bryan Culler
Guess the word
*hypothesized
Hypothesis
Definition(s)
1. A theory or explanation that leads to further investigation for proof or disproof.
2. An assumption on which a conclusion or decision is based.
Forms
adj. hypothetical: assumed by hypothesis
General notes
(Look for science-related terminology)
Generally may follow an if.... then.... pattern
In the science world, hypotheses should be:
-logical
-testable
-simple
Not a fact
Root
Synonyms
Hypothesize: guess, contemplate, brainstorm
Hypothetical: supposed
Antonyms
Hypothesize: disregard
Hypothetical: certain
Practice
1.) The scientist formed a hypothesis and he would later test it.
2.) Let's just say- hypothetically- that I broke your toy. How would you react?
3.) The boy was very hypothetical, he tended to gossip about how much others gossiped.
4.) This hypothetical information has already been proved by science.