Scientific Method and Variables

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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, and conclusion.

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What is an Independent Variable?

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The variable that is deliberately changed in an experiment to test its effect on the dependent variable.

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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 a Hypothesis?

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A possible explanation for a phenomenon that can be tested through experimentation.

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What is a Control Group?

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A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used as a benchmark to measure how the other tested subjects do.

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What is a Constant in an Experiment?

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A factor that remains unchanged throughout the experiment to ensure that the test results are valid.

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How does changing the Independent Variable affect the Dependent Variable?

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The independent variable is manipulated to observe how it influences the dependent variable.

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What is the purpose of the Scientific Method?

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To provide a structured approach for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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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 support, refute, or validate a hypothesis.