Unit One Review: Nature of Science

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What is a controlled variable (a.k.a. constant)?

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Something in an experiment that does not change.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The factor that is changed or manipulated by the scientist.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion you make based on what you observe.

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True or False: You can only use the scientific method in science class, not anywhere else in your life.

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False.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis.

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What is a variable?

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Any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.

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What is a control group?

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The group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used for comparison.