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Sci Method
definitions
Term | Definition |
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observation | is using one or more of your senses to directly gather information or indirectly through the use of technology |
data | is observations and measurements recorded during an experiment |
inference | is using new information and what you already know to reason as to what is happening |
prediction | making a forecast of what will happen in the future based on past experiences or evidence |
scientific method | a series of step used to solve problems |
hypothesis | a possible explanation or answer to a question that can be tested |
theory | is a general explanation based on several hypotheses and a large amount of data |
law | is a summary of many experimental results and observations. |
experiment | an organized process to test a hypothesis |
variable | any factor that changes in an experiment |
control | used as a standard for comparison to see if the independent variable is actually having an effect |
conclusion | judgement based on the results of an experiment, decide if the hypothesis is supported or not supported by the experiment |
model | a pattern, plan, representation, or description designed to show the structure or workings of an object, system, or concept |