science quest Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
hypothesis | a possible explanation for a set of observations or answer to scientific question |
variable | all factor that can change in an experiment |
manipulated variable (independent variable) | the variable that is purposely changed to test a hypothesis |
responding variable (dependent variable) | the factor that may change in response to the manipulated variable |
controlled experiment | an experiment in which only one variable is manipulated at a time |
operational definition | a statement that describes how to measure a particular variable or define a particular term |
data | facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observations |
conclusion | a summary of what you have learned from an experiment |
communicating | the sharing of ideas and experimental findings with other through writing and speaking |
scientific inquiry | refers to the diverse ways in which scientists study the natural world and propose explanations based on evidence |
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