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Question 1

Scientific Method

Answer 1

A series of steps to follow, in order to answer a question or solve a problem

Question 2

Observation:

Answer 2

Using one or more of your senses to gather information, called data

Question 3

Inference:

Answer 3

A logical interpretation of the data based on your prior knowledge

Question 4

Qualitative observation

Answer 4

(descriptive)
Examples: The book has a green cover,

Question 5

Quantitative observation

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(numerical)
Examples: The book weighs 5 kg

Question 6

Form a Hypothesis

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Make a prediction

Question 7

Experiment

Answer 7

A procedure performed to test a hypothesis

Question 8

Analyze Data

Answer 8

Analysis: make statements about what the data shows
Data is documented in data tables and displayed in graphs

Question 9

. Draw a Conclusion

Answer 9

An explanation answering the original question that is supported by data from the experiment
Make a statement saying whether your hypothesis was supported or rejected by your experimental data

Question 10

Controlled Experiment:

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An experiment in which only ONE variable is changed by the experimenter

Question 11

Variable:

Answer 11

Any factor that can change in an experiment

Question 12

The Experimental Group:

Answer 12

the group exposed to the conditions of the experiment

Question 13

The Control Group (The control):

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The group which is not exposed to the conditions of the experiment. The standard to which the outcome is being compared to.

Question 14

Independent Variable:

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The variable the experimenter changes.
The variable that differs between the control group and the experimental group.

Question 15

Dependent Variable:

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Changes in response to the independent variable.
What is measured to compare the effect of the independent variable.

Question 16

Constant Variable:

Answer 16

The variables that are left unchanged
All the variables that remain the same in the control group and the experimental group.