Hypothesis

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What is a hypothesis?

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An educated guess about the outcome of an experiment.

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True or False: A hypothesis is never wrong.

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False

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What two words should be in your hypothesis?

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If ... then...

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When is a hypothesis written?

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Before the experiment.

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Which step in the scientific method comes after writing the hypothesis?

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Test hypothesis.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis?

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To provide a testable prediction based on observations.

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Can a hypothesis be proven right?

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Yes, but it can also be disproven through experimentation.

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What is an example of a hypothesis?

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If I water my plant every day, then it will grow faster.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change and affect the outcome of the experiment.