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The _____ is the part of it in the experiment that is not being tested; it is used for comparison.
The _____ is the part of it in the experiment that is not being tested; it is used for comparison.
control
The _____ describes the steps to use during an experiment.
The _____ describes the steps to use during an experiment.
procedure
After an experiment, scientists write a _____ which summarizes their experiment and results.
After an experiment, scientists write a _____ which summarizes their experiment and results.
conclusion
The _____ is a process used by scientists to find answers to questions or solve a problem.
The _____ is a process used by scientists to find answers to questions or solve a problem.
The _____ is the part of the experiment that is being tested or the part that is changed by the person doing the experiment.
The _____ is the part of the experiment that is being tested or the part that is changed by the person doing the experiment.
The _____ is an educated guess.
The _____ is an educated guess.
Scientists use their data to make charts and _____ to communicate the results of an experiment.
Scientists use their data to make charts and _____ to communicate the results of an experiment.
After the scientist makes a hypothesis, they perform an _____ to collect data.
After the scientist makes a hypothesis, they perform an _____ to collect data.
The first step of the scientific method is to define the aisle or identify the _____.
The first step of the scientific method is to define the aisle or identify the _____.
Sometimes scientists make a mistake, or _____, and need to do an experiment again.
Sometimes scientists make a mistake, or _____, and need to do an experiment again.
The _____ is the part of the experiment that is affected by the independent variable.
The _____ is the part of the experiment that is affected by the independent variable.
After the experiment, scientists organize and _____ the data.
After the experiment, scientists organize and _____ the data.
The information collected during an experiment is called _____.
The information collected during an experiment is called _____.
Scientists make _____ to help make a hypothesis or collect data during an experiment.
Scientists make _____ to help make a hypothesis or collect data during an experiment.
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Control
Control
The part of an experiment that is not being tested; it is used for comparison.
Procedure
Procedure
The steps used to conduct an experiment.
Conclusion
Conclusion
A summary of an experiment's findings and results.
Scientific Method
Scientific Method
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Independent Variable
Independent Variable
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Hypothesis
Hypothesis
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Graphs
Graphs
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Experiment
Experiment
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Problem
Problem
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Error
Error
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Dependent Variable
Dependent Variable
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Analyze
Analyze
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Data
Data
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Observations
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Study Notes
Scientific Methods Overview
- Control: A comparison point in an experiment, not subjected to testing.
- Procedure: A systematic outline detailing the steps to conduct an experiment.
- Conclusion: A summary written by scientists post-experiment, encapsulating findings and results.
- Scientific Method: A structured approach used for inquiry and problem-solving in scientific research.
Key Experiment Components
- Independent Variable: The factor manipulated in an experiment; the element being tested.
- Hypothesis: An informed prediction or educated guess about the experiment's outcome.
- Graphs: Visual representations of data, aiding in the communication of experimental results.
- Experiment: The phase following the hypothesis where data is gathered through systematic investigation.
- Problem: The initial step in the scientific method, focusing on defining the issue to address.
Error Handling and Data Analysis
- Error: Any mistake made during the experiment that may necessitate retesting or revision.
- Dependent Variable: The outcome measured in response to changes in the independent variable.
- Analyze: The process of organizing and interpreting data collected during the experiment.
- Data: The recorded information and observations obtained throughout the experiment.
- Observations: Notable facts or details noted by scientists to inform hypotheses and data collection.
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