Unit 1 Vocab Terms

Front

Factor in a controlled experiment that is deliberately changed.

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Independent variable

Front

Possible explanation for observations or answers to a scientific question.

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Hypothesis

Front

Logical interpretation based on prior knowledge.

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Inference

Front

Variable observed that changes in response to manipulation.

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Dependent variable

Front

Chemical reactions that build up or break down materials.

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Metabolism

Front

Scientific study of life.

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Biology

Front

Group in an experiment exposed to the same conditions as the experimental group, except for one independent variable.

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Control group

Front

Well-tested explanation unifying observations and hypotheses, enabling accurate predictions.

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Theory

Front

Signal an organism responds to.

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Stimulus

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Genetic material inherited from parents.

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DNA