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 dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured in an experiment; it responds to changes in the independent variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is deliberately changed or manipulated by the scientist in an experiment.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A possible explanation for a problem or phenomenon that can be tested through experimentation.

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What is a control group?

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

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Identifying a question or problem to investigate.

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What is the purpose of constants in an experiment?

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Constants are conditions that remain the same throughout an experiment to ensure that the test is fair.

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What is data in the context of scientific experiments?

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Data refers to the information collected during an experiment, which can be qualitative or quantitative.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.

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What is a theory in scientific terms?

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A well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence.