Nature of Science

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process used by scientists to conduct experiments and make observations.

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True or False: Scientists always follow all the steps of the scientific method.

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False

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How many trials should scientists complete in a controlled experiment?

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At least 3 trials.

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What should scientists use to make explanations?

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Evidence, not opinions.

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What is a control group?

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A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used for comparison.

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What do scientists make inferences based on?

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Observations.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the outcome of an experiment.

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What is the difference between a variable and a constant in an experiment?

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A variable is a factor that can change, while a constant remains the same.

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What is an observation?

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Information gathered using the senses.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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A summary of the results of an experiment and whether the hypothesis was supported.