Unit 1- Scientific Investigation Flashcards
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Scientific Method
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The process by which scientists approach their work.
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Step 1
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Ask Questions
- A scientific investigation typically begins with observations.
- The questions that are asked should be measurable and answerable with experiments.
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Step 2
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Perform Background Research
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Step 3
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Establish Your Hypothesis
- A hypothesis should be based on scientific knowledge and must be logical.
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___________ is a tentative explanation for a set of observations.
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Hypothesis
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Step 4
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Test Your Hypothesis
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Step 5
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Analyze The Results and Draw a Conclusion
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Step 6
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Communicating Results