Science begins with curiosity and uses methods to discover knowledge. It includes natural sciences like physical science, chemistry, physics, earth and space science, as well as life sciences concerning living things. Physical science covers big ideas like space and time, matter and change, forces and motion, and energy.

1. What is Science Science begins with curiosity and often ends with discovery Using methods to discover knowledge

2. Science and Technology Technology is the practical use of scientific discovery Science and technology are interdependent; Advances in one leads to advances in the other

3. Branches of Natural Science Physical Science Chemistry- properties and reactions of matter Physics- Matter and energy relationships Earth & Space science Geology- origin, history, and structure of the earth Astronomy-solar system and universe Life Science-All living things

4. Big Ideas of Physical Science Space and Time Matter and Change Forces and Motion Energy