How to think like a biologist Flashcards
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Hypothesis
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A proposed explanation for something that researchers have observed - must be falsifiable
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Prediction
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A statement of an outcome that should occur if the hypothesis is correct
3
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Null hypothesis
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A hypothesis that represents the “not” or “no effect” contrast to the hypothesis being tested
4
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Treatment/Experimental group
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Group that experiences conditions and manipulation
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Control group
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Comparison group that represents the normal or no treatment conditions
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Controlled conditions
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Aspects of environmental design (used on both groups) to eliminate bias and reduce influence of confounding factors - ensures your results are because of your specific factor
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Outcome variable
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Variable that is measured in a study (quantity)
