FLASHCARD - 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 an observation in the context of the Scientific Method?

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The act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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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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What is an independent variable?

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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 is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured and affected in an experiment; it responds to changes in the independent variable.

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What are controlled variables?

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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 the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group, helping to isolate the effects of the independent variable.

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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 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 refuted.

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Why is repetition important in scientific experiments?

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Repetition helps to verify results and ensure that they are reliable and not due to chance.