Scientific Method

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is an educated guess that provides a possible explanation for a problem that has not yet been tested.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

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What is a control group?

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A control group is the part of an experiment that serves as a basis of comparison, where the one variable being tested has been omitted.

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What is data in scientific research?

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Data refers to the facts and statistics collected for reference or analysis during an experiment.

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What is an experimental group?

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An experimental group is the part of an experiment that receives the variable being tested.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation based on a body of evidence.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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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 in an experiment.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in scientific research?

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The conclusion summarizes the results of the experiment and explains whether the hypothesis was supported or not.

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What is a scientific question?

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A scientific question is a question that can be answered through observation and experimentation.