UNIT 1 SCIENCE AS A PROCESS

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What is data in the context of scientific experiments?

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Data refers to the collected information during an experiment that is used to analyze and draw conclusions.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the one variable that is changed or manipulated by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a possible explanation for a problem or phenomenon that can be tested through experimentation.

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What is the controlled variable in an experiment?

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The controlled variable is a factor that is kept constant throughout the experiment to ensure that the results are valid.

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What is the correct order of the scientific method?

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1. Ask a question 2. Research 3. State your hypothesis 4. Experiment 5. Analyze 6. Make a conclusion 7. Communicate results.

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What is a conclusion in scientific research?

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

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is manipulated by the researcher, while the dependent variable is measured to see how it is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is the purpose of background research in the scientific method?

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Background research helps to gather existing information and knowledge about a topic, which informs the hypothesis and experimental design.

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a structured procedure carried out to test a hypothesis by manipulating variables and observing the outcomes.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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Analyzing data involves examining and interpreting the collected information to identify patterns, trends, or relationships.