Scientific Method

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What is the summary at the end of an experiment that explains the results?

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Conclusion

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NGSS.HS-PS3-4

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What do we call anything that can change in an experiment?

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Variables

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

In an experiment, what is being changed when we alter the amount of water?

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Independent Variable

Front

What is being kept constant in an experiment when we maintain the ramp height?

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Constant

Front

What is the term for the variable that responds to changes in an experiment?

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Dependent Variable

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Ask a question or identify a problem.

Front

What do we call a testable prediction made before an experiment?

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Hypothesis

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What is the purpose of conducting an experiment?

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To test a hypothesis and gather data.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

What is the term for the materials and equipment used in an experiment?

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Resources

Front

What is the process of analyzing data and drawing conclusions called?

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Data Analysis