Methods of Science Review

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What is the first step of scientific inquiry?

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Asking a question.

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What is a dependent variable in a controlled experiment?

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The fact that is measured or observed.

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What is a fact?

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A measurement, an observation, or a statement that can be strictly defined.

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What is NOT typical of the steps in scientific inquiry?

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The steps are always exactly the same.

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Which tools are used to measure?

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Anemometer, thermometer, meterstick.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis in scientific inquiry?

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To make a prediction that can be tested.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment.

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What does it mean to communicate results in science?

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Sharing findings with others through reports, presentations, or publications.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is an observation?

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Information obtained through the senses.