Vocabulary

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The factor in an experiment that is measured to gather results

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dependent variable

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A model that shows or mimics how something behaves.

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simulation

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A way in which scientists answer questions and solve problems

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scientific method

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Numerical data such as mass, length, volume, etc.

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quantitative data

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Descriptive data such as color, texture, shape.

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qualitative data

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Process of obtaining information by using the senses.

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observation

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A separate part of the experiment where nothing is changed in order to see what would normally happen.

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control

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A testable idea or explanation that leads to scientific investigation

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hypothesis

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The factor that is changed on purpose in an experiment to allow a scientist to test the effect of that change.

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independent variable

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An idea or conclusion that's drawn from evidence and reasoning.

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inference