Big Ideas 1 & 2 Nature of Science

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What does it mean for a scientific investigation to be replicated?

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It means that the investigation can be repeated by others to verify the results.

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What is a control group in an experiment?

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A control group is a standard for comparison that is not affected by the experimental treatment, such as bears in the wild when studying zoo bears.

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What is the first step in conducting a scientific investigation?

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Developing a question to guide the investigation.

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What is an observation in science?

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An observation is a statement based on what you see, such as 'Tiny bubbles form on the bottom of the pan'.

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What should you do to validate your scientific conclusion?

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Repeat your investigation to see if the results are consistent.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is based on direct evidence, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

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Why is it important to conduct background research before an experiment?

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Background research helps to understand existing knowledge and refine the research question.

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What is the purpose of a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is a factor that can change and affect the outcome of an experiment.