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liv c-science method
Question | Answer |
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Data | The facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observation |
Scientific Method Steps | -Title of Lab-Problem (question)-Research-Hypothesis (If..., then..., because...)-Materials-Controls-Independent Variable-Dependent Variable-Procedure-Data-Conclusion |
Hypothesis | A possible explanation for a set of observations or answer to a scientific questoin-must be stated in if, then, because format. |
Scientific Theory | A well tested idea that explains a wide range of observations |
Science | A way of learning about the natural world and the knowledge gained through that process |
Inference | An interpretation of an observation according to the given evidence or background knowledge |
Observation | A technique involving the use of your senses, used to gather information and collect data |
Independent Variable(Manipulated Variable) | The variable that changes in order to test a hypothesis |
Dependent Variable(Responding Variable) | The factor that differs due to the independent Variable |
Controlled Experiment | An experiment where only one variable stays the same |
Variables | The factors that change in an experiment |
Scientific Inquiry | The different ways where scientists study the natural world |