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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An explanation that answers a question based on observations and research.

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Ask a question or identify a problem.

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What comes after asking a question in the scientific method?

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Conduct background research.

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What is the purpose of conducting an experiment?

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To test the hypothesis and gather data.

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What do you do after conducting an experiment?

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Analyze the data collected.

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What is the final step of the scientific method?

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Make a conclusion based on the data analysis.

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True or False: A hypothesis can be proven wrong.

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True.

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What is the role of background research in the scientific method?

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To gather information and context that informs the hypothesis.

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What is an example of a scientific question?

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What effect does sunlight have on plant growth?

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