The Process of Science

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What are observations that deal with a number or amount called?

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Quantitative observations are observations that deal with a number or amount.

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What are the factors in a controlled experiment that remain the same called?

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Constants are the factors in a controlled experiment that remain the same.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a statement based off of your observations.

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What is a qualitative observation? Give an example.

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A qualitative observation describes characteristics or qualities. Example: The birds are tiny.

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What is the investigation and exploration of natural events known as?

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Science is the investigation and exploration of natural events and the new information that results from those investigations.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the difference between a scientific law and a scientific theory?

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A scientific law describes a consistent and universal observation, while a scientific theory explains why those observations occur.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor that can change in an experiment.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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The control group serves as a standard for comparison and helps to isolate the effects of the independent variable.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.