Scientific method Flashcards

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a proposed explanation made on the basis of a limited evidence Then to be tested to see if false

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hypothesis

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The expected outcome of a test, assuming the hypothesis is correct

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Prediction

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Something that is supported by a large body of scientific evidence

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theory

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A summarization on how your results support Or contradict your original hypothesis

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Conclusion

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Something that serves as either a support or counter to a scientific theory/hypothesis

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Evidence

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A way in which scientist and researchers approach a question

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Scientific investigation

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The act of watching, perceiving, or noticing data measured and collected

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Observation

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