Scientific Method Flashcards
1
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Hypothoesis
A
an explanation that is based on prior scientific research or observations and that can be tested.
2
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Controlled Experiment
A
an experiment that tests only one factor at a time by using a comparison of a control group with an experimental group.
3
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Variable
A
a factor that changes in an experiment in order to test a hypothoesis.
4
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Control Group
A
study that does not receive treatment.
5
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Experimental Group
A
study that does receive treatment
6
Q
Step 1
A
ask a testable question
7
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Step 2
A
make a hypothoesis
8
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Step 3
A
conduct an experiment
9
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Step 4
A
report results
10
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Step 5
A
analyze information
11
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Step 6
A
collect data
12
Q
Volume
A
three dimensional space
13
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Mass
A
matter
14
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Area
A
size of face
15
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Density
A
comparison of the mass to the volume of an object
