Scientific Method

Scientific Method

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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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.

2.

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What is a hypothesis?

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An educated guess or prediction about the outcome of an experiment.

3.

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What is an independent variable?

Back

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

4.

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What is a dependent variable?

Back

The factor that is measured in an experiment; it changes in response to the independent variable.

5.

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What is quantitative data?

Back

Data that can be measured and expressed numerically, such as height, weight, or temperature.

6.

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What is qualitative data?

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Data that describes qualities or characteristics, such as color, texture, or smell.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is data in the context of an experiment?

Back

Information collected during an experiment, often organized into charts and graphs.

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