Forces/Experimental Design

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes into contact with another surface.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth, keeping us grounded.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-5

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What is an independent variable in an experiment?

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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 in an experiment?

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

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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What is the purpose of a control in an experiment?

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A control is a standard for comparison in an experiment, helping to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is inertia?

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Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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How does ramp height affect the distance an object rolls?

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Increasing the height of a ramp generally increases the distance an object rolls due to greater potential energy converting to kinetic energy.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-2

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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.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a scientific procedure undertaken to test a hypothesis by collecting data under controlled conditions.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5