Scientific method Flashcards

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Scientific method

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is a process used by scientists to study the world around them. It can also be used to test whether any statement is accurate

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Identify the problem

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The scientific method starts with identifying a problem and forming a question that can be tested. A scientific question can be answered by making observations with your five senses and gathering evidence

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Form the hypothesis

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The second step in the scientific method is to form a

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Design an experiment

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The next step in the scientific method is to test the hypothesis by

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Data

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are the facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observations

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Data table

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provides you with an organized way to collect and record your observations

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X-axis

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the independent variable

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Y-axis

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the dependent variable

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Data analysis

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is the process of interpreting the meaning of the data we have collected, organized, and displayed in the form of a table or graph

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Communicate the results

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The last step of the scientific method is to

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Conclusion

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is a summary of what you have learned from an experiment

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