Scientific Method

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A possible explanation for observations or an answer to a scientific question is a _____________.

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Hypothesis

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Process used by scientists to study the world: ______________

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Scientific Method

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Factors to control in an experiment:

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Variables

Front

In an experiment, changing the temperature to test a hypothesis is the ____________.

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Independent variable

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Factor changing in response to the independent variable:

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Dependent variable

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Summary of findings from an experiment: _______________

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Conclusion

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Forecasting based on past experience or evidence is called a _________________.

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Prediction

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Using senses to gather information is called a(n) __________.

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Observation

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Variables kept constant in an experiment are called ______________.

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Controlled variables

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In a __________ a scientist compares two or more things, changing only one variable.

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Controlled experiment