observation
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Observation is the act of carefully watching and noticing things in the world around us, like monitoring air traffic or other activities. It matters because it helps us gather accurate information and understand what's actually happening, which is essential for making good decisions and learning about how things work.
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- Streetlight effect
- Confirmation bias
- Processing bias
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thumbnail|Observing the air traffic in Rõuge, [[Estonia]]
Observation in the natural sciences refers to the active acquisition of information from a primary source. It involves the act of noticing or perceiving phenomena and gathering data based on direct engagement with the subject of study.