scientific investigation Flashcards

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scientific method

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a systematic process that involves using measurable observations to formulate, test or modify a hypothesis.

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steps of scientific method

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make observation, state question, form hypothesis, conduct experiment, analyze data/draw conclusion.

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science experiment

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a way of figuring out the structure & behavior of the world using a systematic method.

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accuracy of data

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how close to being right your data is.

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reproducibility/precision

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how close together measurements are.

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visual models

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flowcharts, pictures, and diagrams

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math models

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using math to describe a particular phenomenon

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computer model

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calculations that take a long time for humans.

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