Nature of Science

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What is the scientific method?

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

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Why is it important for a scientific investigation to be repeatable?

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It ensures that results can be verified and are reliable, allowing others to confirm findings.

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What is an observation in science?

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A statement based on what one sees, hears, or measures, which can be verified.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables in an experiment.

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is a direct statement about what is seen, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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

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What is a controlled experiment?

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An experiment where only one variable is changed at a time to isolate its effects.

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What is data in scientific research?

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Information collected during an experiment, which can be quantitative (numbers) or qualitative (descriptions).

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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To examine and interpret data to draw conclusions or identify patterns.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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A summary of the results of an experiment, stating whether the hypothesis was supported or not.