Term | Definition |
Step #6 - Draw Conclusions | Step in the scientific method
Write a statement that compares the hypothesis to the data
Was your hypothesis correct or incorrect |
Step #5 - Collect and Analyze Data | Step in the scientific method
Results can be recorded in many different ways (tables, graphs, lists)
TABLES, GRAPHS |
Step #4 - Test the Hypothesis | Step in the scientific method
Design and perform an experiment |
Step #3 - Form a Hypothesis | Step in the scientific method
Make an educated guess
Use "if...then.....because" statement |
Step #2 - Gather Information | Step in the scientific method
Information may come from research
Ask others for advice
Library, museum, using Google |
Observing | Using your 5 senses to gather information |
Modeling | When you use a copy of what you are studying to help explain it. |
Step #1 - State the Problem | Step in the scientific method
Ask a QUESTION you have |
Scientific Method | Model or guide used to gather information and solve problems |
Independent Variable | the one factor that a scientist CHANGES during an experiment, also called the manipulated variable |
Dependent variable | the factor that changes as a result of changes to the independent variable in an experiment; one factor that a scientist MEASURES, also called responding variable |
Controlled Variables | All the factors or conditions that must be kept the SAME in an experiment |
qualitative | describing the quality of something in size, appearance, value, etc. |
quantitative | relating to or involving measurement or amount; numerical (example average) |