Principles of Biomedical Sciences - Key Terms

Question 1

Biomedical Science

Answer 1

The application of the principles of the natural sciences, especially biology and physiology, to clinical medicine

Question 2

Control Group

Answer 2

The group in an experiment where the independent variable being tested is not applied so that it may serve as a standard for comparison against the experimental group where the independent variable is applied.

Question 3

Positive Control

Answer 3

Group expected to have a positive result, allowing the researcher to show that the experimental set up was capable of producing results.

Question 4

Negative Control

Answer 4

Control group where conditions produce a negative outcome. Negative control groups help identify outside influences which may be present that were not accounted for when the procedure was created.

Question 5

Dependent Variable

Answer 5

The measurable effect, outcome, or response in which the research is interested.

Question 6

Independent Variable

Answer 6

The variable that is varied or manipulated by the researcher.

Question 7

Experiment

Answer 7

A research study conducted to determine the effect that one variable has upon another variable.

Question 8

Hypothesis

Answer 8

Clear prediction of the anticipated results of an experiment.

Question 9

Forensic Science

Answer 9

The application of scientific knowledge to questions of civil and criminal law.

Question 10

Personal Protective Equipment

Answer 10

Specialized clothing or equipment, worn by an employee for protection against infectious materials (as defined by OSHA).