Nature of Science

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured or observed in an experiment. It is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What does quantitative research focus on?

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Quantitative research focuses on measurements and numerical data.

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What is qualitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities that cannot be measured numerically, such as colors, textures, or feelings.

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What is quantitative data?

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Quantitative data is numerical data that can be measured and expressed mathematically, such as height, weight, or temperature.

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What is an example of a dependent variable in a plant growth experiment?

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Plant growth is an example of a dependent variable, as it is what is being measured in response to different liquids.

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What is an independent variable?

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

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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A control group is used as a standard for comparison to determine the effect of the independent variable.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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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 an observation in scientific research?

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An observation is the act of noting and recording something with instruments or through the senses.