Scientific Method

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What is the Scientific Method?

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A systematic process used for scientific investigation, involving observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, data collection, and conclusion.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What are constants in an experiment?

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Factors that are kept the same throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is data in the context of an experiment?

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Information collected during an experiment, which can be quantitative (numerical) or qualitative (descriptive).

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables, often stated in an 'if-then' format.

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What is the purpose of a control group?

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A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment or independent variable, used for comparison against the experimental group.

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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 numerical measurements.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis, involving manipulation of variables and observation of outcomes.

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What is the significance of replicating experiments?

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Replicating experiments helps to verify results and ensure reliability and validity of findings.