Scientific Method

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process used for scientific investigation, involving observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, and conclusion.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable being tested or changed by the scientist, also known as the manipulated variable.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that the scientist is measuring or observing, also known as the responding variable.

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Why is it important to write down your procedure?

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So that other scientists can repeat it.

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How many independent variables should we change when conducting an experiment?

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1

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is a control variable?

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Variables that are kept constant throughout an experiment to ensure that the test results are valid.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between the independent and dependent variables.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.

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What does it mean to replicate an experiment?

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To repeat an experiment to verify the results.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is data collection in the scientific method?

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The process of gathering and measuring information during an experiment.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-PS1-2