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, and conclusion.

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What is an observation?

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The act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.

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What is an inference?

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A logical interpretation or conclusion drawn from observations.

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What is a prediction?

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A statement about what will happen in the future based on current evidence or past experiences.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured and affected in an experiment.

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How many independent variables should be changed in a well-designed experiment?

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One independent variable should be changed to ensure clear results.

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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 for comparison.

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What is a hypothesis?

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