Scientific Method Flashcards
List the steps of the scientific method in order.
1) ask a question
2) form a hypothesis
3) perform a controlled experiment
4) collect and analyze data
5) state a conclusion
What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data/observations?
Qualitative- observations using the 5 senses, using word descriptions
Quantitive- measurable, using numbers
How do you know whether an observation is qualitative or quantitative?
Qualitative is the quality.
Quantitive is quantity (numbers).
What is the definition of an independent variable?
The one factor that the experimenter changes or manipulates. “I change.”
What is the definition of a dependent variable?
The factor that the experimenter measures.
-depends on the independent
What is the definition of controlled variables?
All the factors you keep the same or constant for all groups in the experiment.
Qualitative or Quantitive
The gummy worm increased by 2 inches.
Quantitive
Qualitative or Quantitive
There were 4 dogs in the group.
Quantitive
Qualitative or Quantitive
The dogs were small.
Qualitative
Qualitative or Quantitive
The sample contained 3 different types of bacteria.
Quantitive
Qualitative or Quantitive
The patient complained of aches and pains.
Qualitative
Qualitative or Quantitive
The parrots range from bright green to dark red.
Qualitative
