Scientific Method

Question 1

Science begins with observations, gathering information about an issue. Observations can be made with our senses, direct observation.

Answer 1

Observations and Identification of Problem

Question 2

 Science progresses by formulation and testing of hypotheses.
 Possible answer to a scientific question/ an educated prediction (what will happen) based on the previous observations. Tested to be supported or rejected.

Answer 2

Formulation of Hypothesis

Question 3

Condition being set by the experimenter

Answer 3

Independent Variable

Question 4

Prediction or result from the state being set.

Answer 4

Dependent variable

Question 5

The variable that is kept under normal conditions.

Answer 5

Control group

Question 6

This is the test group, the one condition or variable that is changed (different from normal).

Answer 6

Experimental group

Question 7

Data are analyzed to draw conclusions and form theory. Scientific theories are regularly tested and modified for further validation of an idea.

Answer 7

Analysis of Data

Question 8

Information gained from observations.

Answer 8

Data

Question 9

Can be measurements of time, temperature, length, mass, area, volume, density, or other factors.

Answer 9

Quantitative data

Question 10

Descriptions of what our senses detect.

Answer 10

Qualitative data

Question 11

Refers to ideas formed from the testing of the hypothesis that has many supporting details.
Scientists share the results so other researchers can verify and learn from the experiment’s positives & negatives.
If the reviewers agree on the merit of the paper, then the paper is published for review by the public and use by other scientists.

Answer 11

Drawing Conclusion