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What are the steps of the Scientific Method in order?

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1. State the Problem 2. Research 3. State the Hypothesis 4. Test the Hypothesis 5. Analyze Results 6. Conclusion

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What are quantitative observations?

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Observations made using numbers, measuring tools, and amounts.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What should Jack do to check if his idea about birds flying south is correct?

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Put trackers on the birds to follow where they go most accurately.

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What is the variable that the experimenter changes called?

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Independent Variable; Manipulated

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is an inference?

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An interpretation or explanation using observations and prior knowledge.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is a hypothesis?

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A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, based on prior knowledge and observations.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is the purpose of conducting research in the Scientific Method?

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To gather information and understand the problem better before forming a hypothesis.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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Qualitative observations describe characteristics, while quantitative observations involve measurements and numbers.

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Why is it important to analyze results in an experiment?

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To determine if the hypothesis is supported or refuted by the data collected.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-PS1-2