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