Methods of Investigaying Biology Flashcards
1
Q
Hypothesis
A
Testable proposed explanation
2
Q
Prediction
A
Expected outcome when you test hypothesis
3
Q
Theory
A
Broad explanation that has ROBUST data.
New hypothesis and more accurate predictions
4
Q
Law
A
Statement of what always occurs under certain circumstances
5
Q
The “what”
A
Law
6
Q
The “why”
A
Theory
7
Q
Scientific Method is…
A
NOT linear
8
Q
Process of investigation
A
Observations
Investigate Background
Hypothesis
Prediction
Experiment
Evaluate
9
Q
If the prediction is correct after 1 experiment…
A
Repeat experiment to verify
10
Q
If repeated experiment is successful…
A
Ask a new question, restart scientific process
11
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If prediction is incorrect…
A
Repeat experiment/Revise prediction/Revise hypothesis
