Scientific Method and Experimentation

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

Observation

What is a testable proposal made to explain an observation before an experiment?

Hypothesis

What is the next step after identifying the aim or hypothesis, in the experimentation method?

Research

What is considered a universally accepted fact in the scientific method?

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What is the purpose of the 'Apparatus/Materials' step in the experimentation method?

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Observation

Using the senses and tools to notice something interesting in the world.

Hypothesis

A possible explanation for an observation that can be tested.

Experimentation

A controlled process used to test a hypothesis and collect data.

Research

Reading and learning about a scientific problem before you start an experiment.

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Theory

A widely accepted explanation based on lots of evidence that explains a phenomenon.

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Study Notes

Scientific Method

Scientists use a method to investigate problems in nature
Scientific method involves using senses and other instruments to identify problems
A hypothesis is a proposal—a guess—by scientists to explain an observation or a testable scientific guess before experimentation
During experimentation, procedures are used to solve identified problems; data is collected, recorded and analyzed
Research involves reading about the problem
Theory is a universally accepted fact

Steps in the Experimentation Method

Title: Stating the name of the experiment
Aim/Hypothesis: Stating the problem to be solved
Research: Reading about the problem
Apparatus/Materials: Instruments used in the experiment

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Explore the essential steps of the scientific method and the experimentation process in this quiz. Learn how hypotheses are formed, research is conducted, and data is analyzed to solve natural problems. Test your understanding of the foundational concepts in scientific investigation.