Unit 1-Scientific Method Flashcard

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A possible explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested.

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hypothesis

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The summary at the end of an experiment that explains the results.

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conclusion

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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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Which is NOT a step in the scientific method?

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Form a theory

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What step does every scientific experiment begin with?

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question/problem

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Testing a hypothesis often involves a(n):

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experiment

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In a controlled experiment, how many independent variables can be worked with at a time?

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one

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What is the dependent variable in the statement: "If I study for my scientific method test, then I will have a better test score"?

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Test score

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What is a factor that changes because of what the experimenter does?

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Dependent Variable

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Observations made during an experiment are considered:

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data