Mod 1 Lesson 6 Flashcards
Conclusion
the information and data taken from the experiment and carefully reviewed
Control
variable(s) that are left the same, so there can be a standard for comparison
Dependent variable
what is measured based on the change that was made
Experiment
a set of controlled observations that test a hypothesis
Hypothesis
a testable prediction based on what has been observed; can be proven or disproven
Independent variable
what is changed in an experiment
Observation
using the five senses to collect information about the world
Qualitative data
descriptive data; data collected using the five senses
Quantitative data
number data; data collected using an instrument
Scientific law
a concrete relationship found in nature that is accepted as truth
Scientific method
a systematic approach to studying science
Scientific theory
an explanation of a natural phenomenon using research over an extended period of time
