Science Investigations

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Data

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observations and measurements collected and analyzed during the experiment.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

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Variable

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A factor that can change in an experiment

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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Independent Variable

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The factor being tested and manipulated by the experimenter.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-1

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Dependent Variable

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the factor that may change in response to the independent variable

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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Controlled Variables

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All those things that must be kept the same during the investigation to produce a valid, fair test.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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Control Group

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The group that does not receive the experimental treatment. It allows to compare the results with the experimental group.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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Experimental Group

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the group in an experiment that receives the treatment or variable being tested.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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Scientific Inquiry / Method

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the many ways in which scientists study the natural world and propose explanations based on the evidence they gather

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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Hypothesis

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A testable prediction based on prior knowledge collected through research.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Problem Question

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A question or problem that can be solved through experimentation

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NGSS.MS-PS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS2-2