Biology: Scientific Method

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First step in the scientific method:

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Make observations and ask questions.

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When is a hypothesis created?

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Before the experiment is performed

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Two types of variables in experiments:

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Independent and dependent

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Independent variable:

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The variable you manipulate.

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Dependent variable

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Responds to the change

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Statement: "There is so much snow outside!"

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Observation

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Control group:

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Used as a comparison.

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Part of the scientific method: "What am I going to wear?"

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Question

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Observation of a plant growing 2cm in a week is called?

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Data

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"People are using umbrellas, it must be raining."

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Inference