Basic Scientific Terms

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Scientific method

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A systematic process for conducting experiments and analyzing information to answer questions or solve problems is called the scientific method. It involves steps like observing, forming a hypothesis, testing through experiments, collecting data, and drawing conclusions to understand or fix something.

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Hypothesis

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an idea or explanation for something that can be tested through further investigation.

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Conclusion

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a summary of the experiment’s results that shows whether the hypothesis was correct or not.

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Dependent variable

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The variable being tested and measured in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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Independent variable

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what is being tested and measured in an experiment, and it changes based on the independent variable.

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Constant

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something that stays the same during an experiment, even while the independent and dependent variables change

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Observation

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noticing and recording something using your senses or scientific tools