Nature of science review

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What is a scientific law?

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A scientific law is a statement that describes what always happens under certain conditions in nature.

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Why do scientists conduct investigations?

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Scientists conduct investigations to find answers to their questions.

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What is an independent variable?

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An independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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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.

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What is a control variable?

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A control variable is a factor that is kept constant to ensure that the results of an experiment are valid.

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What does science involve?

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Science involves asking questions and searching for answers.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis?

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

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What is the scientific method?

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

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a procedure carried out to support, refute, or validate a hypothesis.

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What is a variable in science?

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A variable is any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.