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 formation, experimentation, and conclusion.

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What is a hypothesis?

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

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in an 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 in an experiment; it responds to changes in the independent variable.

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What is a control group?

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A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used as a benchmark to measure how the other tested subjects do.

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Make an observation.

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What comes after forming a hypothesis in the scientific method?

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Conducting an experiment.

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What is the purpose of collecting data in an experiment?

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To analyze the results and draw conclusions based on evidence.

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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.

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Why is it important to have a plan before starting an experiment?

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To ensure that the experiment is organized, systematic, and that all necessary steps are followed.