1.3 Flashcards
1
Q
What are error bars?
A
Shows standard error of the mean or a confidence interval
2
Q
What is a control group?
A
differ only by independent variable
3
Q
Hypothesis template
A
<phenomena, topic> (is due to caused by) <specific></specific>
4
Q
Write hypothesis
A
If the plants are treated with more fertilizer, then the plants will have better growth and production.
5
Q
Importance of control group?
A
standard to which comparisons are made in experiments
6
Q
Independent variable
A
the variable that you change
7
Q
Dependant variable
A
the variable that is manipulated
8
Q
How many steps are there in the scientific hypothesis
A
2
9
Q
step one
A
come up with specific reason that explains the phenomena
10
Q
step two
A
write testable statement
