Unit 1: Scientific Method and Experimental Design Review

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What is the control for an experiment?

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The normal situation that is used for comparison.

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What is the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable?

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As the independent variable increases, the dependent variable also increases.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is a constant in an experiment?

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The factor that is kept the same for every part of the experiment.

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List the steps of the scientific method in order.

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1. Observe 2. Hypothesize 3. Experiment 4. Analyze 5. Conclude

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On which axis does the Dependent/Responding Variable go?

Back

The y-axis.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is an independent variable?

Back

The variable that is changed or manipulated in an experiment.

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What is a dependent variable?

Back

The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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Define a hypothesis.

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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To examine and interpret the data collected during an experiment.