Nature of Science

Front

What is a testable idea that leads to an investigation? (If….Then…..)

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Hypothesis

Front

What is a well supported explanation of how something happens?

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Theory

Front

What is the Test Variable in an experiment that the scientist changes?

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Independent variable

Front

What do scientific laws and theories must have to be true?

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evidence

Front

What is it when an experiment is repeated by a different person?

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Replication

Front

What is it when an experiment is repeated by the same person?

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Repetition

Front

What is the outcome variable in an experiment, the thing that is measured?

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Dependent variable

Front

What is it called when you find evidence using your 5 senses?

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Observation

Front

Data collected that supports theories and laws is called...

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Empirical evidence

Front

Which soil pH grew the tallest plant? Options: 6.0, 6.4, 6.6

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6.6