Scientific Method Terminology

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Hypothesis

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An educated guess on which to do scientific research.

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Independent Variable

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The variable in an experiment that the scientist changes.

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Dependent Variable

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The variable being measured in an experiment.

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Constant

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A factor that remains fixed during an experiment while the independent and dependent variables change.

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Qualitative Data

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Words that describe qualities or characteristics.

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Quantitative Data

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Numerical information that can be measured and quantified.

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Inference

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A conclusion/guess reached based on evidence and reasoning.

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Procedure

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A step-by-step process followed in a certain order or manner to achieve a result in an experiment.