Science Processes

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What are constants in an experiment?

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Constants are the parts of an experiment that remain the same for both the control and experimental groups.

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What is a control group?

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The control group is the usual/normal situation or one that receives no treatment in an experiment.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the factor that a scientist makes different or changes in an experiment.

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What is data in scientific research?

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Data refers to the facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observations.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The dependent variable is the factor that a scientist measures and records in an experiment.

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Why is it important to keep constants in an experiment?

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Keeping constants ensures that the experiment is fair and that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is the purpose of a control group?

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The control group serves as a baseline to compare the effects of the independent variable.

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How do you identify the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is identified as the one that is changed or manipulated by the scientist.

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What is an example of a constant in an experiment?

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An example of a constant could be the amount of water given to plants in a growth experiment.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.