Scientific Method

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First two steps of the scientific method:

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Question and Hypothesis

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Independent variable: variable being tested.

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Tested

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Dependent variable: variable being measured.

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measured

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Control variable: controlled & constant across experiments

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controlled & stays the same between experiments

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A _______ observation describes something. Example: The grass is green.

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qualitative

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A _____ observation uses numbers to explain. Example: 67 degrees outside.

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quantitative

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The scientific method establishes empirical facts through testing and observation.

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objectively

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In everyday use, 'theory' often refers to...

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an untested hypothesis or a guess without supporting evidence

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If your hypothesis supports your conclusion, you've completed the scientific method. If not, redo your _______ and retest.

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hypothesis