Scientific Method Examples Practice

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Recognize a problem or ask a question.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the outcome of an experiment.

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What does it mean to test a hypothesis?

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To conduct an experiment to determine if the hypothesis is supported or refuted.

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What is an observation in science?

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Using one of your senses to gather information.

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What is the purpose of drawing conclusions in the scientific method?

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To analyze the data collected from the experiment and determine if the hypothesis was supported.

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Is science a static process?

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False, science is a continually ongoing process.

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What is the role of experimentation in the scientific method?

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To test the hypothesis and gather data.

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What is the difference between an observation and an opinion?

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An observation is based on factual data gathered through senses, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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What is the significance of repeating experiments?

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To verify results and ensure reliability of the data.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor that can change in an experiment.