Force and Motion

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What is a controlled experiment?

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An experiment in which all the variables are kept the same except the one being tested.

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What is a prediction in the context of scientific experiments?

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A statement of what will happen next in a sequence of events.

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Define position in terms of physics.

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The place where something is located; where something has been put.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A condition in an experiment that is changed in order to determine the effect of that change.

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What does observation mean in scientific terms?

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The act of using one or more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a prediction?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, while a prediction is a specific forecast of what will happen based on that hypothesis.

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What is the significance of controlling variables in an experiment?

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Controlling variables ensures that the results are due to the independent variable being tested, allowing for valid conclusions.

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Explain the term 'independent variable'.

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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or manipulated in an experiment to observe its effect.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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How does one make a scientific observation?

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By using one or more of the senses to gather information about an object or event.