Scientific Method Steps

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What does it mean to gather variables?

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Gather all materials for the lab (dependent, independent, controlled)

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is an educated guess or prediction.

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What is a series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question?

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Scientific method

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Ask a question

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After a scientific experiment is performed, data is recorded, and conclusions are drawn, what should be done next?

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Share your research with other scientists.

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What is the second step in the scientific method?

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Make a hypothesis.

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What is the purpose of conducting an experiment?

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To test the hypothesis.

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What do you call the factor that is changed in an experiment?

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Independent variable.

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What do you call the factor that is measured in an experiment?

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Dependent variable.

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What is a controlled variable?

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A variable that is kept constant to ensure a fair test.