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Sci method/inq vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Scientific Method/Theory | A widely accepted step by step method of solving problems and investigating concepts. |
| Observation | To gather facts using our 5 senses and/or scientific tools |
| Qualitative Observation | An observation or description using detail (no numbers) Ex: The man is tall. |
| Quantitative Observation | An observation or description using numbers. Ex: There are 30 students in the class. |
| Inference | Conclusions or assumptions d rawn based on observations. A logical explanation of an observation. |
| Purpose/Question/Problem | The intention of an experiment- why a scientist would do an experiment in the first place. |
| Research | Gathering of facts about the topic you are studying |
| Hypothesis | An educated prediction based on research or prior knowledge. |
| Experiment | When a scientist test their hypothesis |
| Measure | To calculate the size or amount using a specific tool (length, mass..) |
| Data | Numbers and other observations collected/gathered during an experiment. |
| Analysis | To study the data collected during an experiment. This part of the scientific method typically includes charts and graphs |
| Conclusion | The end or close of the experiment. The part where you reflect and answer your original question |
| Prediction | To foretell the future or outcome before you test. |
| Theory | A scientific explanation of a phenomena that is backed up with evidence, but could be proven wrong. |