Section 1 - Scientific Investigation

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What is the nature of science?

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The nature of science is to investigate and understand the natural world and to use this understanding to make useful predictions.

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How should the statement 'earthworms move away from light' be classified?

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This statement should be classified as a conclusion.

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What is collecting data using the five senses called?

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This is called observation.

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What is the variable that the scientist changes in an experiment?

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This is called the independent variable.

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What are possible errors in an experiment?

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Possible errors include too many variables changing, no control group, and not enough trials/data.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured in an experiment.

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What is a control group?

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A control group is a group in an experiment that does not receive the experimental treatment and is used for comparison.

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What is the purpose of a scientific experiment?

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The purpose of a scientific experiment is to test a hypothesis and gather data.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.