Scientific Method Crossword Puzzle with Answer Key

Questions and Answers

What is a hypothesis?

Theories that are demonstrated to be true

The first step in the scientific method

An educated guess of the outcome (correct)

The final step of the scientific method

What is the final step of the scientific method?

Conclusion

What is an experiment?

A scientific procedure to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.

What is a theory?

An idea or system of ideas that are meant to explain an outcome. Signup and view all the answers

What is an independent variable?

A variable whose outcome does not depend on another variable. Signup and view all the answers

What is a law in the context of scientific method?

Theories that are demonstrated to be true. Signup and view all the answers

First step: define the ______

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What is a dependent variable?

A variable whose outcome depends on another variable. Signup and view all the answers

The scientific method is a series of __________ used to find an answer through explanation.

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What is an experimental group?

The group that gets manipulated or bothered. Signup and view all the answers

What is a control group?

The group that does not get manipulated or bothered. Signup and view all the answers

What is a variable in an experiment?

A factor in an experiment whose purpose is to be manipulated. Signup and view all the answers

After the experiment you should be able to collect __________.

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Study Notes

Key Terms in the Scientific Method

Hypothesis: An educated guess predicting the outcome of an experiment.
Conclusion: Final step in the scientific method where the validity of the hypothesis is determined.
Experiment: A procedure designed to explore a hypothesis, confirm known facts, or make discoveries.
Theory: A system of ideas intended to explain phenomena or outcomes.

Variables in Experiments

Independent Variable: A variable that stands alone and is not affected by others.
Dependent Variable: A variable that depends on another variable for its outcome.
Variable: Any factor in an experiment that can be manipulated.

Groups in Experiments

Experimental Group: The group that undergoes manipulation or testing.
Control Group: The group that remains unchanged and is used for comparison.

Steps in the Scientific Method

Problem: The initial step involves defining the problem that needs investigation.
Steps: A series of organized procedures for discovering answers and explanations in scientific inquiry.

Additional Notes

Law: Established theories that have been proven to be universally true.
Information: Data collected post-experiment, essential for analysis and conclusion.

Description

Test your knowledge of the scientific method with this engaging crossword puzzle! Each clue features essential terminology such as 'hypothesis', 'experiment', and 'conclusion'. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of scientific principles.