Scientific Methods

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

• data

• theory

• hypothesis

• fact

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NGSS.HS-LS4-2

What step does every scientific experiment begin with?

• hypothesis

• question/problem

• procedures

• conclusion

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

• conclusion

• procedures

• materials

• responding variable

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Should experiments be repeated over and over to see if the results are the same each time?

• yes

• no

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NGSS.MS-PS2-5

If plants are exposed to sunlight, then they will grow taller.
What part of the scientific method is this an example of?

• Procedure

• Hypothesis

• Question

• Results

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

The independent variable is the ONE thing you _____.

• change on purpose

• control or keep constant

• measure

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

What is being measured or the result/effect of this experiment?

• ramp height

• the speed that the ball rolls

• type of ball

What is being kept constant?

• ramp height

• speed of the ball rolling

• type of ball

The variable that is being measured or observed is called the _______________. Hint: this is the variable that is the result or effect 

• independent variable

• dependent variable

• control variable

The first step of the scientific method uses your five senses. It is making

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NGSS.2-PS1-1