Scientific Method Vocab

Question 1

A method of investigation used to identify,explore, and solve problems

Answer 1

Scientific Method

Question 2

An act of gathering information using one or more of the senses

Answer 2

Observation

Question 3

A tool used by scientists in order to record observations

*Also called a logbook

Answer 3

Journal

Question 4

A statement that predicts e outcome of the experiment

Answer 4

Hypothesis

Question 5

A question to be considered,solved,or answered

Answer 5

Problem

Question 6

A logical explanation for observation

Answer 6

Inference

Question 7

Collecting information or studying about a particular subject

Answer 7

Research

Question 8

A test that is performed in order to prove or disprove a hypothesis

Answer 8

Experiment

Question 9

A list of supplies and equipment used during an experiment

Answer 9

Materials

Question 10

Factors that are kept the same

*Also called controlled variables

Answer 10

Constant

Question 11

Detailed step-by-step instructions used to conduct an experiment

Answer 11

Procedure

Question 12

Factors that can change or “vary”

Answer 12

Variables