Scientific Method and Variables

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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 is a hypothesis?

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A possible explanation or answer to a question that can be tested.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured in an experiment; it responds to 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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What is a constant/control in an experiment?

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Things that do not change in an experiment; variables that stay the same.

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What is the purpose of a control group?

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To provide a standard for comparison against the experimental group.

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What is data collection?

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The process of gathering and measuring information on variables of interest.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to support, refute, or validate a hypothesis.

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What is a variable?

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Any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.

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What is qualitative data?

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Data that describes qualities or characteristics, often collected through observations.