Chapter 1 Flashcards
Who invented the scientific method?
Sir Frances Bacon
What are the four steps in the scientific method?
- Observe
- Hypotheses
- Experiment
- Conclusion
What are the four steps in the scientific method?
- Observe
- Hypotheses
- Experiment
- Conclusion
Observe
Tho look carefully at something
Observe
Tho look carefully at something
Hypotheses
A reasonable prediction
Experiment
A process to test a hypothesis
Conclusion
A rescission based on evidence
Data
Collection of facts
Name Three Branches of Science
Physical Science
Life Science
Earth Science
Technology
Practical uses for science
Scientist investigate by using a special process called the ___________.
Scientific Process
Dependent Variable
A factor that is measured or observed
Independent Variable
The only factor in the experiment that is changed
Controlled Variables
The factors that stay the same
Control Group
The standard by which the experimental group is tested
Experiment Group
The group in which the independent variable is tested
Concept Map
Tables, diagrams, and charts used to present data
Information Table
Sorts or organizes properties and data
Tree Charts
Link connecting ideas and supporting ideas
Venn Diagram
Shows similarities and differences between a number of thingd
Graphic Organizers
Demonstrate Ideas and facts to show their relationships
Flow Charts
A concept map that demonstrates progression in a process
Name three types of graphs
Circle Graph
Bar Graph
Line Grapg
Scientific Law
