What is Science?
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Science
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8th Grade
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What is scientific inquiry?
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Scientific inquiry is the process by which scientists seek to answer questions about the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.
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What is a variable in an experiment?
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A variable is a factor that can change in an experiment, affecting the outcome.
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What happens if an experiment does not support a scientific theory?
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If an experiment fails to support a scientific theory, scientists may change or abandon the theory.
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What is data in scientific research?
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Data is the information that scientists obtain through observation and experimentation.
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Is a variable an interpretation of an observation?
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False. A variable is a factor that can change, while an interpretation of an observation is a conclusion drawn from data.
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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 experimentation.
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What is the difference between a theory and a hypothesis?
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A theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world, while a hypothesis is a testable prediction.
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