Physical Science Vocab

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A testable prediction about a scientific investigation is a

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Hypothesis

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Info obtained through senses: touch, sound, sight.

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observation

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Prediction or guess based on observations.

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hypothesis

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Steps used by scientists to solve problems.

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scientific method

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Steps in order: Ask a question, research, state hypothesis, experiment, analyze, draw conclusion.

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Ask a question, research, state your hypothesis, experiment, analyze, draw a conclusion.

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Meaning of manipulated variable?

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Things that are different in the experiment.

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Experimental variable changed on purpose:

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manipulated variable

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Things kept the same in an experiment are called...

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Constant

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Steps used by scientists to solve problems or answer questions.

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scientific method

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Factor that changes due to the experimenter's actions?

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Dependent Variable