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General Science
Variable, data, science and engineering practices
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Hypothesis | an educated guess, or a guess you make based on information you already know. |
| Qualitative data | Information describing color, odor, shape, or some other physical characteristic. |
| Quantitative data | numerical data |
| Independent variable | This variable is NOT influenced by any other factors in the experiment, but it CAUSES change in other variables |
| Dependent variable | The variable influenced; it is the affect of other variables. |
| Control variable | A variable that is kept constant during a controlled experiment. |
| Ask Questions and Define Problems | I define constraints and specifications for a solution. |
| Develop and Use Models | I use models to explain and predict behaviors of systems, or test a design |
| Plan and Carry Out Investigations | I decide what data will be collected and how much, and what tools are needed |
| Analyze and Interpret Data | I use tables, graphs, spreadsheets, etc. to display and analyze data |
| Use Math and Computational Thinking | I can organize data in charts and describe, measure, compare, and estimate quantities to answer scientific questions. |
| Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions | I can use evidence from an investigation to create an explanation. |
| Engage in Evidence-Based Arguments | I can create an argument using evidence from my investigations. |
| Obtain, Evaluate and Communicate Information | I can read texts to obtain scientific information; evaluate information gathered from other sources; and communicate scientific information through speaking and writing. |