1.3 Honors Bio Flashcards
What is the format for a hypothesis?
The <phenomenon, topic> (is due to, caused by, depends on) <specific>.</specific>
What is the format for a testable statement?
If <independent> <increases, decreases>, then <dependent> <increases, decreases>.</dependent></independent>
When should you use a line graph?
When the independent variable is related to time.
When should you use a bar graph?
If an independent variable is categorical.
What is a group called if every variable is controlled?
A control group.
What is a group called if the independent variables are changed?
An experimental group.
How are comparisons made in an experiment?
By comparing the control group and the experimental group.
An independent variable is…
something in an experiment that is controlled.
A dependent variable is…
the outcome of an experiment that depends on the independent variables.
