Scientific Method Flashcard

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured or observed.

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In an experiment testing fertilizers, what is the dependent variable?

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The height of the plants after 6 weeks.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction or educated guess.

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Why is it important to have a control group in an experiment?

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To have a standard for comparison.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled.

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What is the purpose of conducting an experiment?

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To test a hypothesis.

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What is data analysis in the scientific method?

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The process of interpreting the data collected during an experiment.

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What is a conclusion in the scientific method?

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A summary of the results and whether the hypothesis was supported.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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Any factor that can change or be changed.