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science vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Scientific Investigation | refers to the process of conducting research and gathering evidence to answer a specific question or test a hypothesis. |
| Research | is a systematic investigation or study conducted to gain knowledge, solve problems, or answer questions |
| Observation | is a method used to gather information about a specific phenomenon or behavior by directly observing and recording it. |
| Inference | refers to the process of drawing conclusions or making predictions based on available evidence or data. |
| Hypothesis | a proposition, or set of propositions, set forth as an explanation for the occurrence of some specified group of phenomena |
| Experiment | scientific investigations conducted to gather data and test hypotheses. |
| Independent Variable | An independent variable is a variable that is manipulated or controlled by the researcher in an experiment. |
| Dependent Variable | a variable that is being measured or observed in a study or experiment. |
| Controlled Variable | a factor or condition that is intentionally kept constant or regulated in an experiment or study. |
| Control | Control is a broad concept that can be applied to various contexts. |
| Data | a collection of facts, statistics, or information that is gathered through observation, measurement, or research. |
| Conclusion | the end or finish of an event or process. |
| Analyze | to study or determine the nature and relationship of the parts of something. |
| Scientific Bias | the systematic deviation from objectivity and impartiality in the design, conduct, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of scientific research. |
| Data trends | patterns or changes in data over a specific period of time. |