Scientific Method and Variables

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What is the scientific method?

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A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured in an experiment; it responds to changes in the independent variable.

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What is an 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 is a constant/control in an experiment?

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Things that do not change in an experiment; it's the variable that stays the same.

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What is an observation?

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Information obtained through the senses, such as touch, sound, and sight.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Make an observation and ask a question.

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What is data collection?

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The process of gathering and measuring information on variables of interest.

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What is a conclusion in the scientific method?

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A summary of the results of an experiment, stating whether the hypothesis was supported or not.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis.