Mrs. Kim's Scientific Method

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What is a hypothesis?

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A possible answer or explanation to a question based on knowledge, observations, and research, often written in 'if...then' format.

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What is a controlled variable?

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The variables that the scientist keeps constant, which allows them to attribute the results to the independent variable alone.

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What is the independent variable?

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The variable that is being tested or changed by the scientist.

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What is the dependent variable?

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The variable that the scientist is measuring or observing, also known as the responding variable.

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Why is it important to write down your procedure?

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So that other scientists can repeat it.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis.

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What is a conclusion in the scientific method?

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A summary of the results of an experiment, stating whether the hypothesis was supported or not.

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What is the purpose of a control group?

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To provide a standard for comparison against the experimental group.

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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 observation?

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The act of noting and recording something with instruments or the senses.