The Scientific Method

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What is the Scientific Method?

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The Scientific Method is a process used by scientists to explore observations, answer questions, and test hypotheses.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is an educated guess or prediction about the outcome of an experiment.

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a test conducted to support or refute a hypothesis.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor that can change in an experiment, affecting the results.

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What is a control group?

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A control group is a group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used for comparison.

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What is data?

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Data is information collected during an experiment, which can be analyzed to draw conclusions.

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What is a conclusion in the Scientific Method?

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

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What is observation?

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Observation is the act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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What is a scientific question?

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A scientific question is a question that can be answered through observation and experimentation.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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To analyze data means to examine and interpret the information collected during an experiment.