Scientific Method Review

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What is the Scientific Method?

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A systematic process used by scientists to investigate questions, gather data, and draw conclusions.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is an independent variable (IV)?

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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 dependent variable (DV)?

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The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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What is a controlled variable (CV)?

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Variables that are kept constant to ensure a fair test.

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Why are diagrams, tables, and graphs important in science?

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They help organize data and make it easier to understand and analyze.

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What is the purpose of a controlled experiment?

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To test the effect of one independent variable while keeping all other variables constant.

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How many variables should be tested in a controlled experiment?

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Only one variable should be tested at a time.

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What is the role of observation in the scientific method?

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To gather information and data that can lead to questions and hypotheses.

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What is data analysis?

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The process of interpreting and making sense of collected data.