Nature of Science

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the ONE thing you change on purpose.

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What is a constant/control in an experiment?

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Constants/controls are things that do not change in an experiment. They are variables that stay the same.

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Which technological advancement affects the most people in society on a daily basis?

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Electricity.

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What is the process of examining data to reach conclusions?

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Using logical reasoning.

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What is the name of the information obtained from an experiment?

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Data, which is organized into charts and graphs.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured in an experiment and is affected by the independent variable.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.

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

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The control group serves as a baseline to compare the effects of the independent variable.