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Mrs. P's Chapter 1
Grade 5 Chapter 1 Vocabulary Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| variable | something that can change in a test |
| hypothesis | statement of what you think will happen during an investigation |
| control group | standard against which change is measured |
| observation | something you find out about objects, events, or living things using your senses |
| procedures | step by step instructions for completing a task |
| experiment | the use of scientific methods to test a hypothesis |
| inference | a conclusion based on observations |
| data | information from which a conclusion can be drawn or a prediction can be made |
| evidence | observations that make you believe something is true |
| precision | the ability to consistently repeat a measurement |
| accuracy | ability to make a measurement that is as close to the actual value as possible |
| conclusion | a summary that is based on evidence or facts |
| analyze | evaluating data to reach a conclusion about an experiment |
| investigation | looking into carefully in order to uncover facts or gain information |