Nature of Science

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What do scientists ask questions about?

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Scientists ask questions about the natural world.

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What do scientists use to make observations?

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Scientists make observations using their 5 senses.

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How many trials should scientists complete in a controlled experiment?

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Scientists should complete at least 3 trials in a controlled experiment.

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What do scientists collect when they make observations?

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Scientists collect evidence.

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What must be the same in a controlled experiment to ensure valid results?

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Same procedures, same tools, same results.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process used by scientists to investigate questions and test hypotheses.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is an educated guess or prediction that can be tested through experiments.

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What is an observation?

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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 a controlled experiment?

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A controlled experiment is a test where only one variable is changed at a time to isolate its effects.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.