Scientific Inquiry Fundamentals

A scientific explanation is a statement or set of statements that tries to explain something observed or happening in the world.

The steps involved in planning a scientific enquiry include: defining the purpose, carrying out research, and planning the data collection process.

A scientific study aims to analyze the collected data and draw logical conclusions based on the findings.

<p>It's an independent variable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This is a control variable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This helps us to isolate the effect of that specific variable and avoid confounding results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Usually more than one trial is recommended.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This helps to improve the accuracy of the results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Precision refers to the consistency and closeness between multiple measurements of the same thing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If a scientific investigation is accurate, the measurements will be close to the actual or correct value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The final step is to communicate the findings of the investigation, often by writing a report or presenting the results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Communicating the results allows others to learn from the work, verify the findings, and use them as a foundation for future research.</p> Signup and view all the answers