Scienctific Method, Graphing, Measuring Physical Science review

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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 two or more variables.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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What type of graph is used to show parts of a whole?

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Pie chart.

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What type of graph is best for showing changes over time?

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Line graph.

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What is the purpose of a bar graph?

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To compare different groups or categories.

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What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

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The horizontal axis.

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What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

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The vertical axis.

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How do you measure the volume of a liquid in a graduated cylinder?

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Read the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus.