What is science, baby don't hurt me, don't hurt me no more. Flashcards

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Mean of data

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a + b + c/3

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Bar Chart

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Chart with bars

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Line graph

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Line with graph

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Scatter graph

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the data is everywhere

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line of best fit

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a line that don’t touch the dots

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Range of data

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difference between highest and lowest collected values at specific set

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Anomalies

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results that are clearly out of line

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precision

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grouped closely together

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accurate

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mean is close to true value

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Errors

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when an instrument is used correctly, results can still show differences because of random errors.

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Fair test

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when only the independent variable effects the dependent cariable and all other variables are controlled and kept constant

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safe experiement

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potential hazards, how to reduce risk, write down plan/risk assessment

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