Scientific Method

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What is the Scientific Method?

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A systematic process used by scientists to investigate phenomena, acquire new knowledge, or correct and integrate previous knowledge.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is an independent variable?

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The factor that a scientist changes in an experiment to test their hypothesis.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The factor that is measured in an experiment to see if it responds to changes in the independent variable.

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What is a control in an experiment?

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The part of the experiment that remains constant and does not change.

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What is data in the context of an experiment?

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The information collected during an experiment.

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What is a hypothesis?

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

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is the purpose of a control group?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to support, refute, or validate a hypothesis.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-5

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What is the importance of repeating experiments?

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To ensure that results are reliable and can be reproduced.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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

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