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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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the outcome of a scientific investigation.

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What is a theory in science?

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An explanation based on many repeated observations and experiments that has been tested and confirmed.

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What is a scientific law?

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A statement that describes a consistent and universal relationship observed in nature, often expressed mathematically.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What type of graph is best for showing the number of different categories?

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Bar or column graph.

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What is an observation in the scientific method?

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The act of noting and recording something using the senses or scientific instruments.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis and observe the effects of changing variables.

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What is a conclusion in the scientific method?

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A summary of the results of an experiment, stating whether the hypothesis was supported or not.