Scientific Method

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What is a hypothesis?

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It is a tentative explanation for an observation, phenomenon, or scientific problem that can be tested by further observation.

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True or False: The steps of the Scientific Method do not need to be completed in order.

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False

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What is a conclusion?

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Final step or process explaining if the hypothesis was correct.

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True or False: In your conclusion you state whether your hypothesis was correct or incorrect.

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True

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What is the Scientific Method?

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A series of steps kind of like a road map that scientists use to understand why and how things work.

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What is an observation in the Scientific Method?

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Gathering information on a topic using our five senses. Examples: see, hear, taste, touch, and smell.

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What is an experiment?

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A scientific test that you perform in a series of actions to carefully observe how something works or doesn't work.

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What is a variable?

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Any item, factor, or condition that can be controlled or changed in an experiment.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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To examine and interpret the results of an experiment to draw conclusions.

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What is a scientific theory?

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A well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence.