Nature of Science

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?
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The independent variable is 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 the dependent variable in an experiment?
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The dependent variable is the variable that is being tested and measured in an experiment, which responds to the independent variable.
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What is a hypothesis?
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A hypothesis is a possible explanation for a set of observations or an answer to a scientific question that can be tested.
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What is a scientific law?
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A scientific law is a statement that describes what happens in nature under certain conditions, based on repeated experimental observations.
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What is a scientific theory?
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A scientific theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of a control in an experiment?
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A control is used to ensure that the results of an experiment are due to the independent variable and not other factors.
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What is a constant in an experiment?
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A constant is a factor that remains the same throughout an experiment to ensure that the test is fair.
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