Scientific Method

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What is the scientific method?

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A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

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What happens to the time for bread to mold as temperature increases?

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The time for the bread to mold decreases.

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At what temperature does bread mold the slowest?

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20 degrees.

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What is the variable that is being measured or observed called?

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Dependent variable.

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What is the information collected during an experiment called?

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Data.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis in the scientific method?

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To make a testable prediction about the outcome of an experiment.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment.

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What is a control variable?

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A variable that is kept constant to ensure a fair test.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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Qualitative observations describe qualities or characteristics, while quantitative observations involve numbers and measurements.

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What is a conclusion in the context of the scientific method?

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