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 the first step of the Scientific Method?

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Make Observations.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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Why is it important to test only one variable at a time in an experiment?

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To ensure that any changes in the outcome can be attributed to that one variable.

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What is the dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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What is the independent variable?

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

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What does it mean for a hypothesis to be testable?

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It means that the hypothesis can be supported or refuted through experimentation and observation.

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What is the purpose of analyzing results in the Scientific Method?

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To interpret the data collected during the experiment and determine whether the hypothesis is supported.

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What is a control group?

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

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What is the significance of the X-axis in a graph?

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It typically represents the independent variable.