Biology Vocabulary Flashcardzipoo

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Collected measurements, observations, or information gathered during an experiment is called ________.

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Data

Front

The group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used as a benchmark is called the ________.

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Control group

Front

The variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment is called the ________.

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Independent variable

Front

The variable that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable is called the ________.

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Dependent variable

Front

A preference or inclination that affects judgment or behavior is called ________.

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Bias

Front

Incorrect or misleading beliefs or ideas are called ________.

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Misconceptions

Front

A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning is called an ________.

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Inference

Front

The act of noticing and recording events, characteristics, or behaviors is called ________.

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Observation

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The role of the control group in an experiment is to:

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serve as a baseline for comparison

Front

The systematic study of the structure and behavior of the natural world through observation and experiment.

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Science