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The Scientific Method Process

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Definition
problem   A question you are trying to answer  
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Materials   A “list” of things you will need to perform your experiment or investigation  
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Method   A numbered list of steps to follow  
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Hypothesis   A testable explanation predicting the outcome of your experiment (it must be an “If . . . , then . . .” statement)  
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Variables   things that may cause a change in the outcome of an experiment  
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Independent Variable   what we are testing in the experiment  
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Dependent Variable   what will happen or be tested in the experiment  
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Constant   things you DO NOT change in the experiment  
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Control Group   something that does not receive the Independent Variable; its the original thing you set aside for comparison when the experiment is complete.  
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Data & Observations   A chart or table you design to record and display your observations or information found during the experiment.  
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Conclusions   An answer to your question, or the results of your experiment summarized in paragraph form.  
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