Nature of Science Flashcard

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What is a constant in an experiment?

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A constant is a factor that is kept the same throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are valid.

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What does repetition mean in scientific experiments?

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Repetition refers to a scientist repeating their own experiment several times to verify results.

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What is a scientific theory?

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A scientific theory is a well-tested concept that explains a wide range of observations and can be used to make predictions.

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What is an independent variable?

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An independent variable is the factor that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

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What does it mean to analyze something?

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To analyze means to examine or study something very closely to understand it better.

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is the purpose of a scientific experiment?

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The purpose of a scientific experiment is to test a hypothesis by manipulating variables and observing the outcomes.

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What is evidence in science?

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Evidence refers to the data and observations collected during an experiment that support or refute a hypothesis.

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What is a scientific law?

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A scientific law is a statement that describes a consistent and universal relationship observed in nature, often expressed mathematically.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between variables, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation based on a body of evidence.