Scientific Method

Front

What is a testable explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested?

Back

Hypothesis

Front

What is the dependent variable in the statement: If you increase the amount of spinach you eat, then you will increase the iron in your blood?

Back

Increase the amount of iron in your blood

Front

What is a factor that the experimenter has full control over and changes to see what happens?

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Independent Variable

Front

In the statement: If I read this question carefully, then I will answer it correctly, what is the independent variable?

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Reading or not reading carefully

Front

What is the summary at the end of an experiment that explains the results?

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Conclusion

Front

What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Ask a question

Front

What do you call the group in an experiment that does not receive the experimental treatment?

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Control group

Front

What is the purpose of a hypothesis in an experiment?

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To provide a testable prediction

Front

What is the variable that is measured in an experiment?

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Dependent Variable

Front

What is the process of observing and describing events in a careful, orderly way?

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Observation