Scientific Inquiry

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What is a hypothesis?

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A possible explanation for a set of observations, or an educated guess that must be testable.

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Where does the question fit in the problem solving method?

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Define.

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Where does the experiment fit in the problem solving method?

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Try.

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What is a good source of quantitative data?

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A ruler, a beaker, counting, and your eyes are all good sources.

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Where does the hypothesis fit in the problem solving method?

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Prepare.

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What is scientific inquiry?

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A process of asking questions, making observations, and conducting experiments to gain knowledge.

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What is the purpose of a scientific theory?

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To provide a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world.

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What is the role of observation in scientific inquiry?

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

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What does it mean to communicate in scientific inquiry?

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To share findings, methods, and conclusions with others in the scientific community.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to test a hypothesis.