Scientific Method and Inquiry Process

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Match the following steps of the scientific method with their descriptions:

Ask a question = Formulating a testable question based on observations Do research = Conducting investigations to learn about the topic Form a hypothesis = Creating an educated guess about the expected outcome Perform an experiment = Designing and conducting an investigation to test the hypothesis

Match the following concepts with their roles in the scientific method:

Scientific knowledge = Improving as new information is learned Engineering design = Application of scientific knowledge to solve problems or create new things Experiment = Process used by scientists to answer questions about the world Data collection = Using tools to collect information that helps answer scientific questions

Match the following terms with their meanings in the context of the scientific method:

Observations = Basis for formulating testable questions Variable = Factor that is changed to see its effect on another factor Trials = Repetitions of an experiment to ensure reliability Patterns = Basis for creating educated guesses (hypotheses)

Match the following variables with their definitions:

Independent variable = The factor that is changed by the experimenter Dependent variable = The factor that changes because of the independent variable Constants = Other factors that can affect the data and must be kept constant Variables = Factors in the experiment that change and affect the data Signup and view all the answers

Match the following data types with their descriptions:

Qualitative data = Observable through the senses, like color, texture, and smell Quantitative data = Measurable, like length, time, or number of people Tables and graphs = Commonly used to organize and display data Patterns in data = Suggest relationships and comparisons Signup and view all the answers

Match the following steps in scientific process with their descriptions:

Analyzing data = Organizing and interpreting the results of an experiment Drawing conclusions = Using data to form conclusions and support arguments Sharing results = Communicating findings with others and creating models to describe findings Hypothesizing = Making predictions about how the independent variable will affect the dependent variable Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles with their actions:

Scientists = Organize and analyze data to determine answers, share results and conclusions Engineers = Use scientific knowledge to develop objects, tools, processes, and systems, test designs, and improve them Experimenter = Changes the independent variable and keeps constants in an experiment Data analysts = Collect and analyze qualitative or quantitative data, and look for patterns and relationships Signup and view all the answers

Match the following steps in the scientific method with their descriptions:

Ask a question = Scientists ask a testable question based on their observations. Do research = Scientists research to learn about the topic they’re investigating. Form a hypothesis = Scientists form an educated guess about what they think will happen based on the patterns they’ve seen. Perform an experiment = Scientists design and conduct an investigation to test the hypothesis. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following actions with their roles in the scientific method:

Conduct experiments = Scientists Collect data = Scientists Design and conduct investigations = Scientists Ask testable questions = Scientists Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their meanings in the context of the scientific method:

Hypothesis = An educated guess about what will happen based on observed patterns. Experiment = A procedure to test a hypothesis or investigate a phenomenon. Observations = Information gathered through sensory perception or measurement. Data = Factual information used for analysis or reasoning. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their roles in the scientific method:

Scientific knowledge = Improves as new information is learned and applied to problem-solving. Engineering design = Application of scientific knowledge to solve problems or create something new. Scientific method = Set of procedures followed by scientists to conduct investigations and experiments. Experiments = Used by scientists to answer questions about the world. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following variables with their definitions:

Independent variable = Variable that is changed in an experiment to see its effect on another variable. Dependent variable = Variable that is observed and measured; its value changes based on the independent variable. Controlled variable = Variable that remains constant and is not changed during an experiment. Experimental variable = Variable that is manipulated or changed by the experimenter. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following steps of the scientific method with their descriptions:

Ask a question = First step where scientists ask a testable question based on their observations. Do research = Step where scientists research to learn about the topic they’re investigating. Form a hypothesis = Step where scientists form an educated guess about what will happen based on observed patterns. Perform an experiment = Step where scientists design and conduct an investigation to test the hypothesis. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following data types with their descriptions:

Qualitative data = Observable through the senses, like color, texture, and smell Quantitative data = Measurable, like length, time, or number of people Independent variable = The factor that is changed by the experimenter Dependent variable = The factor that changes because of the independent variable Signup and view all the answers

Match the following scientific method steps with their descriptions:

Analyze the data = Organize and analyze the data to determine answers to testable questions Draw a conclusion = Use data to form conclusions and support arguments about the problem studied Share the results = Share results and conclusions with others, may create models to describe findings Variables = Factors in the experiment that change and affect the data Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles with their actions:

Scientists = Organize and analyze data, form conclusions, share results, create models, develop solutions Engineers = Use scientific knowledge to solve problems by developing objects, tools, processes, and systems Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their meanings in the context of the scientific method:

Constants = Factors that can affect the data and must be kept constant to ensure consistent results Hypothesis = Prediction about how the independent variable will affect the dependent variable Collecting and analyzing data = Process of collecting qualitative or quantitative data during an experiment and then analyzing it After an experiment = Developing conclusions and arguments based on evidence from investigations, creating models to explain findings Signup and view all the answers

Match the following variables with their definitions:

Independent variable = The factor that is changed by the experimenter Dependent variable = The factor that changes because of the independent variable Constants = Other factors that can affect the data and must be kept constant to ensure consistent results Variables = Factors in the experiment that change and affect the data Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Matching Concepts in the Scientific Method

The scientific method involves matching various concepts with their roles, meanings, and descriptions.
Steps in the scientific process are matched with their descriptions to understand the methodology.
Terms and variables are matched with their meanings and definitions in the context of the scientific method.
Data types are matched with their descriptions to classify and analyze data.
Roles in the scientific method are matched with their actions to understand responsibilities.