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scientific method
science flash cards
Term | Definition |
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step 1 | problem/question |
step 2 | make observations and research |
step 3 | formulate hypothesis (starts with if/then) |
step 4 | develop a procedure (experiment) materials list should be included |
step 5 | collect and analyze data |
step 6 | make a conclusion |
step 7 | share results with others |
procedure | clear step-by-step instructions |
constants | factors that stay the same |
dependent variable | factor that may change, not changed on purpose |
independent variable | the variable we change on purpose |
control | what the experiment is compared to |
hypothesis | educated guess if/then statement |
variable | a factor that's changed there's 2 kinds independent and dependent |
conclusion | major findings and results summarized |