scientific method cards

Question 1

Scientific method

Answer 1

A series of steps to solve a problem
State the problem
Gather information (Research)
Form a hypothesis
Perform an experiment
Collect and record data
Analyze data
Form a conclusion
(Sally Grabbed Four Pickled Cans And Fainted

Question 2

Controlled equip

Answer 2

An experiment that changes only one variable

Question 3

Variable

Answer 3

Any factor that can exist in differing amounts or types

Question 4

Data

Answer 4

The information and results gathered from an experiment

Question 5

Hypothesis

Answer 5

An educated guess, a scientific prediction, a possible solution to a problem

Question 6

Experimental
Group

Answer 6

The group that tests the changed factor, they experience the new treatment

Question 7

Control group

Answer 7

The group that remains the same, unchanged, does not experience the new treatment.
*used for comparison

Question 8

control

Answer 8

Parts of the experiment that stay the same
(control variables, control factors, or constants.)

Question 9

Independent variable

Answer 9

Factor being intentionally changed, “I” change
(experimental variable or manipulated variable)

Question 10

Dependent variable

Answer 10

Factor that occurs as a result of the change, the part of the experiment that is recorded
(responding variable)

Question 11

Prediction

Answer 11

A guess about what will happen in the future

Question 12

Observation

Answer 12

Information that one gathers using their senses (sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing)

Question 13

Inference

Answer 13

Conclusions that you draw based on your background knowledge and evidence you’ve collected
*opinion

Question 14

Quantitative observation

Answer 14

A description of an observation using numbers and measurements.
*numerical