Scientific Method Vocab Review

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Knowledge gathered through the 5 senses: sight, taste, smell, hear, touch.

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observation

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Explanation for how the natural world works.

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hypothesis

Front

Variable controlled by the scientist (e.g., water for a plant)

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independent variable

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Dependent variable measured by the scientist (e.g., plant height)

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dependent variable

Front

Leaves on the plant are brown.

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Qualitative

Front

Plant growth: 4 cm since yesterday.

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Quantitative

Front

Speed of the car: 45 mph.

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Quantitative

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Inference:

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A statement based on observations.

Front

In the photo, she holds an umbrella.

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observation

Front

Raining outside in the photo

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inference