Scientific Method Vocab

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A question that can be investigated

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Testable Question (problem)

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Gather info about the question

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Research

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Variable manipulated in an experimental study.

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Independent Variable

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Variable that changes due to manipulation and is measured.

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Dependent Variable

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A possible answer to the question being investigated

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Hypothesis

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Test of hypothesis

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Experiment

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Normal results without the experiment

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Control

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Statement explaining experiment results

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Conclusion

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Describes quality using senses

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Qualitative Data

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Describes numerical data

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Quantitative Data