scientific method vocab

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5 senses statements: sight, hear, touch, taste, smell. Includes measurements.

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observation

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Prediction based on evidence/observations

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inference

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An educated guess/possible answer to a problem. A research-based prediction. "if, then, because"

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hypothesis

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Facts, figures, evidence from an experiment

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data

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Summarizes experiment results based on data: "the hypothesis was correct/incorrect because..."

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conclusion

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Explanation for an untested problem.

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hypothesis

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Every scientific experiment begins with:

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question/problem

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Summary at the end of an experiment explaining results.

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conclusion

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Observation: Using your senses to notice your surroundings.

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Using your senses to notice what is going on around you

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Steps used by scientists to solve problems.

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