Interpreting Scientific Graphs

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What is a scientific graph?

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A visual representation of data that shows the relationship between different variables.

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What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

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The horizontal line that typically represents the independent variable.

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What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

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The vertical line that typically represents the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured in an experiment and is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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How do you determine the scale of a graph?

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By identifying the range of data and dividing it into equal intervals.

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What is a bar graph used for?

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To compare different groups or categories of data.

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What is a line graph used for?

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To show trends over time by connecting data points with a line.

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What is a pie chart used for?

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To show the parts of a whole as percentages.

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What does it mean to interpret a graph?

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To analyze the information presented in the graph to understand the data and draw conclusions.