Scientific Method

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process used for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable explanation for a problem or observation that has not yet been tested.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis, involving controlled conditions.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by the independent variable.

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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 as a benchmark to measure how the other tested subjects do.

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What is a conclusion in the scientific method?

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

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What is data in scientific research?

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Information collected during an experiment, which can be quantitative (numbers) or qualitative (descriptive).

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What is the purpose of a safety check in an experiment?

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To ensure that all safety protocols are followed to prevent accidents and injuries.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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To examine and interpret the data collected during an experiment to draw conclusions.