scientific method Flashcards
Scientific Method
is an empirical method of knowledge acquisition
Hypothesis
is something you make before you start the experiment
Controlled Experiment
observation designed to minimize the effects of variables other than the independent variable
Variable
able to be changed
Control Group
in an experiment or study that does not receive treatment
Experimental Group
these participants receive or are exposed to the treatment variable
Step 1
ask a question
Step 2
make a hypothesis
Step 3
conduct an experiment
Step 4
collect data
Step 5
analyze information
Step 6
report results
Meter
the fundamental unit of length in the metric system
Liter
a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume
Gram
a metric unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a kilogram