What is Science?

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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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What is the role of observation in scientific inquiry?

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Observation is crucial in scientific inquiry as it provides the data needed to form hypotheses and test theories.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic approach to research that involves making observations, forming a hypothesis, conducting experiments, and drawing conclusions.

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a controlled procedure carried out to test a hypothesis and observe the effects of variables.