Nature of Science Review

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is an organized procedure to study something under controlled conditions.

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What is the manipulated (independent) variable in an experiment?

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The manipulated (independent) variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the outcome (dependent) variable in an experiment?

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The outcome (dependent) variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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Why is peer review important in science?

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Peer review is important because it allows researchers to share ideas and to test and evaluate each other’s work.

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What are observations in scientific research?

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Observations are the data collected through the senses, such as what is seen, heard, smelled, or touched.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experiments.

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What is a scientific model?

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A scientific model is a physical or mathematical representation of an object or process used to understand and predict phenomena.

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What is the purpose of conducting surveys in science?

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Surveys are used to gather data and insights from a group of people to understand trends or opinions.

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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.

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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.