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Biology Ch. 1.3

TermDefinition
Scientific Method A series of steps followed to solve problems, including collecting data, formulating a hypothesis, testing the hypothesis, and stating conclusions
Observation The process of obtaining information by using the senses; the information obtained by using the senses
Hypothesis A testable idea or explanation that leads to scientific investigation
Prediction A statement made in advance that expresses the results that will be obtained from testing a hypothesis if the hypothesis is supported; the expected outcome if a hypothesis is accurate
Experiment A procedure that is carried out under controlled conditions to discover, demonstrate, or test a fact, theory, or general truth
Control Group In an experiment, a group that serves as a standard of comparison with another group to which the control group is identical except for one factor
Experimental Group In an experiment, a group that is identical to a control group except for one factor and that is compared with the control group
Independent Variable In an experiment, the factor that is deliberately manipulated
Dependent Variable In an experiment, the factor that changes as a result of manipulation of one or more other factors (the independent variables)
Theory A system of ideas that explains many related observations and is supported by a large body of evidence acquired through scientific investigation
Peer Review The process in which experts in a given field examine the results and conclusions of a scientist's study before that study is accepted for publication
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