Parts of an Experiment

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an independent variable in an experiment?
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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a dependent variable in an experiment?
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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why is it important to control variables in an experiment?
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Controlling variables is important to ensure that any changes in the dependent variable are due to the manipulation of the independent variable, allowing for accurate conclusions.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many independent variables should be tested in a controlled experiment?
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Only one independent variable should be tested at a time in a controlled experiment.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a controlled experiment?
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A controlled experiment is a scientific test where one variable is changed while all others are kept constant to isolate the effects of the independent variable.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of an experiment?
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The purpose of an experiment is to test a hypothesis by manipulating variables and observing the outcomes.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-2
NGSS.MS-PS2-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a hypothesis?
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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.
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