Scientific Method

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process used for scientific investigation, involving observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, and conclusion.

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What is a control in an experiment?

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A variable that is kept constant to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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The factor that is changed or manipulated in an experiment to test its effects.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The factor that is measured or observed in an experiment to see how it responds to changes in the independent variable.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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A summary of the results of an experiment, explaining whether the hypothesis was supported or not.

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What is the purpose of an experiment?

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To test a hypothesis by manipulating variables and observing the outcomes.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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Any factor that can change or be changed in an experiment.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.

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What is the importance of repetition in experiments?

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Repetition helps to ensure that results are reliable and not due to chance.