Scientific Method Flashcard

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What is the purpose of an experiment?

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To test a hypothesis.

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What is the last step of the scientific method?

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Make a conclusion.

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Ask a question.

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What do scientists use to gather information during observation?

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Their five senses.

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What is the Scientific Method?

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A set of steps in a process scientists use for solving problems and doing experiments.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the role of observation in the scientific method?

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To gather data and information that informs the hypothesis.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change in an experiment.

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What is a controlled experiment?

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An experiment where only one variable is changed at a time.

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What is data in the context of scientific research?

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Information collected during an experiment.