Nature of Science

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable statement or prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What should you do if your experiment results do not match your hypothesis?

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You should repeat the experiment to see if the results are consistent.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor that can change in an experiment. Only one variable should be changed at a time to ensure valid results.

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What is the importance of evidence in scientific results?

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Scientific results must be based on evidence to be considered valid and reliable.

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What does it mean to repeat an experiment?

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Repeating an experiment means conducting the same experiment again to verify the results.

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What is the purpose of a control in an experiment?

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A control is a standard for comparison that helps to ensure that the results are due to the variable being tested.

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What is an observation in science?

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An observation is the act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process used for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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Why is it important to have a clear question in a scientific investigation?

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A clear question guides the investigation and helps to focus the research on specific aspects.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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A conclusion is a summary of the results of an experiment and whether they support the hypothesis.