Scientific Method - ADV. Plant & Soil

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that you change in an investigation.

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What are controlled variables in an experiment?

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Variables that should be kept constant, such as type of plant, flower pot, soil, and amount of sunlight.

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In an experiment with paper helicopters, what is the independent variable?

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Wing Length.

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What is the scientific method?

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A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

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What are constants in an experiment?

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The part of the experiment that remains the same for the control and experimental group.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that you measure in an investigation.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison with the experimental group.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the role of observation in the scientific method?

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To gather information and data that can lead to questions and hypotheses.