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Biomolecules Flashcards

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Variable

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Something that changes in an experiment.

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Independent variable

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The variable that is added, changed, or manipulated in an experiment. Recorded on the X-Axis.

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A study was done to find its different pencil brands affect assesment results on scantron based assesments. What is the indepentdent variable in this experiment?

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The Pencil Brands

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A student wanted to determine what brand of dish soap removed the most food when washing dishes. 3 brands of soap were used. What is the independent variable?

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The Dish Soap Brands

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Dependent Variable

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The variable that is measured in the results of the experiment. Recorded on the Y-Axis.

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A study was done to find its different pencil brands affect assesment results on scantron based assesments. What is the dependent variable in this experiment?

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The Test Results.

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A student wanted to determine what brand of dish soap removed the most food when washing dishes. 3 brands of soap were used. What is the dependent variable?

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The Amount of Food Removed.

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Four groups of rats are massed and then fed identical diets except for the amount of Vitamin A they receive. Each group gets a different amount of Vitamin A. After 3 weeks on the diet, the rat’ masses are measured again to see if there has been a change to the weight. What is the independent variable in this experiment?

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The Vitamin A

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Control Group

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The experimental group that stays the same, never changes and nothing is added to.

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Constant Group

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The variables that do not change for the duration of the experiment.

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X-Axis

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The independent variable is recorded on the X-Axis (obviously)

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Y-Axis

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The dependent variable is recorded on the Y-Axis (obviously)

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Lab Safety

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Demonstrating safe lab and field practices at all times. Knowing the location and how to use safety equipment. Notifying the the instructor in all or field accidents.

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What are the steps to the Scientific Investiongation also known as the Scientific Method?

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  1. Observation 2. Problem 3. Hypothesis 4. Procedure 5. Collect Data 6. Data Analysis 7. Draw a Conclusion
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What is the Scientific Method?

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A logical, problem-solving technique recognized and utilized by scientists, students, and problem solvers everywhere.

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