Scientific Method

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What is the Scientific Method?

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A systematic process used for scientific investigation, involving observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, and conclusion.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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Any factor that can change in an experiment, affecting the outcome.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is a control group?

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A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used for comparison.

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What is a qualitative observation?

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An observation that describes qualities or characteristics, such as color or texture.

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What is a quantitative observation?

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An observation that involves measurement and numerical data.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

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What instrument is used to measure time?

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Stopwatch.

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What instrument is used to measure mass?

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Triple Beam Balance.

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What instrument is used to measure the volume of a liquid?

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Graduated Cylinder.