Scientific Method

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What is a constant/control in an experiment?

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Things that do not change in an experiment. It's the variable that stays the same. You can have many variables stay the same.

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The variable that is being measured or observed is called the _______________.

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dependent variable

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How many independent variables should you have in an experiment?

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one

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The independent variable is the ONE thing you _____ .

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change on purpose

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What is the dependent variable of the graph?

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Number of Students

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is an independent variable?

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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 a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.

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What is data in the context of scientific experiments?

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Information collected during an experiment, which can be qualitative or quantitative.