The Scientific Method Flashcards

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The Scientific Method

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A process of investigation in which problems are identified and their suggested explanations are tested by carrying out experiments

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Theory

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An explanation based on repeated hypotheses and experimentation

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Principal/Law

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Arises from a theory when it is seen always to be true under all conditions over a long period of time

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Control

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Comparison

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Double Blind

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Both investigator and participant are unaware of the nature of the treatment the participant is receiving

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Biology

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Study of living things

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