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Scientific Investigation

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How well the results of an experiment agree with the accepted value   Accuracy  
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This is a process of interpreting experimental results   Analysis  
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This is a container used for mixing or heating of chemical solution   Beaker  
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This is an answer deduced from the analysis of data   Conclusion  
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This is a compilation of information, usually quantitative, that represents measures of a variable or set of variables   Data Set  
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This is a testable prediction of the outcome of scientific processes based on analysis   Hypothesis  
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This is the process of researching or studying a concept. Examination, inquiry   Investigation  
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This is a container used for measurement of the volume of a liquid.   Graduated Cylinder  
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Equipment used to magnify and observe small objects   Microscope  
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This is a process of watching an experiment and noting what occurs   Observation  
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This is the preferred method of representing percentage data   Pie Chart  
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This is the ability of a measurement to be reproduced consistantly   Precision  
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This is the process of steps taken in completing a task, such as a lab investigation   Procedures  
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A phenomenon of nature that has been proven to invariably occur whenever certain conditions exist   Scientific Law  
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A process used to gather evidence and lead to understanding   Scientific Method  
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This is a scientific conclusion based on much supporting evidence   Theory  
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Personal and unscientific judgment that may alter the results of an experiment   Bias  
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Information obtained from experiments, sometimes called experimental results   Data  
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Symbol that warns you about a danger that may exist from chemicals, electricity, heat, or experimental procedures   Safety Symbol  
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Part of a population that is studied to inform about the inform   Sample  
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Procedure that tests a hypothesis by collecting information under controlled conditions   Scientific Experiment  
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A condition of an experiment that is either changed or held constant   Variable  
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This is an error due to some type of equipment malfunction. Often the calibration of the instrument has not been carried out or is faulty   Equipment Error  
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This is data from an experiment, which is used to verify or reject the original hypothesis in the conclusion   Evidence  
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