Chapter 1:Scientific Method Flashcards
Scientific method
process of investigation in which problems are identified and their suggested explanations are tested by carrying out experiments and analyzing results
Hypothesis
an educated guess based on an observation
Where are scientific discoveries published?
scientific journals
Theory
is a hypothesis that has been supported by different experiments
Principle/Law
Theory shown to be valid when fully tested over a long period of time
Variable
a factor that may change in an experiment
What effects the fairness of the experiments?
Sample size
Random selection
Replication of experiments
Double blind testing
Limitations of the Scientific Method
Extent of out Knowledge
Basis of Investigation
Interpreting results
Accidental Discoveries
Ethical Issues
Animals in Testing
Embryo’s in research
gmo’s