Scientific Method

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A testable answer to a question.

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Hypothesis

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Defines universal relationships

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Scientific Law

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Conclusion based on evidence and reasoning

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Inference

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An idea accepted by scientists based on scientific rules and laws.

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Principle

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Info from senses.

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Observation

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A well-tested explanation for observations or experimental results

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Scientific Theory

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An observation confirmed multiple times and accepted as true

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Fact

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Steps to solve a scientific problem

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Scientific Method

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Condition changed in an experiment.

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Independent Variable

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Condition observed/measured in an experiment

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Dependent Variable