Scientific Method

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The information you collect while doing your experiment is called

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data

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Data gathered using the senses are referred to ___________.

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qualitative data

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A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

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scientific method

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An explanation based on many repeated observations during experiments.

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theory

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To make observations you use your _______.

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Senses

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The initial testable statement made before conducting an experiment is called a __________.

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hypothesis

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The systematic process of observing, measuring, and experimenting to gather information is known as __________.

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scientific inquiry

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Quantitative data is primarily based on __________.

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numerical values and measurements

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The outcome of an experiment that is measured or observed is called the __________.

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dependent variable

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The factor that is changed or manipulated in an experiment is known as the __________.

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independent variable