Scientific Method

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Process of answering questions through observations and experiments.

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scientific method

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First step of the scientific method:

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asking a question

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After drawing a conclusion in the scientific method, scientists:

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share results with other scientists

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Factor tested or changed by the scientist:

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Variables

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Quantitative data includes:

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a number

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Qualitative data includes:

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a written description (e.g., color)

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Data type in example: The girl is 72 inches tall.

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Quantitative Data

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Data type in example: Flowers have a strong scent and are red.

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Qualitative Data

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Part of the scientific method that tests a hypothesis.

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Do the experiment

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An educated guess or prediction is called a:

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Hypothesis