Scientific Method/Vocab

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Variable deliberately changed in an experiment.

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independent variable

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Should experiments be repeated to verify consistent results?

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yes

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Summary at the end of an experiment explaining results.

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conclusion

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Steps used by scientists to solve problems or answer questions.

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scientific method

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In a controlled experiment, how many variables can be worked with?

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one

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Part of the experiment that stays the same for both groups.

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constants

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Hypothesis can be wrong.

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False

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First step in Scientific method:

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Stating the Problem.

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Sabrina tests which popcorn brand pops most kernels: Giant Eagle, Orville Redenbacher, PopSecret. All bags start with the same kernels and are popped for 3 minutes. What is the independent variable?

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Brand of popcorn

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Kira tests which soda causes the biggest foam with Mentos: Sprite, Coke, Mountain Dew. Mountain Dew: 7 inches, Coke & Sprite: 5 inches. What is the dependent variable?

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Height of foam eruption.