Nature of Science

I want to see how the amount of water affects plant growth.  What is the independent variable?

• amount of water
• plant growth
• type of plant
• soil type

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

A testable idea or explanation that leads to a scientific investigation is called (can be stated as an if/ then statement)

• conclusion
• experiment
• hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

The variable that is your result.  Usually measured.

• independent
• dependent
• control

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

Anything that can change during an experiment is a(n)

• experiment
• variable
• hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Clear, detailed, step -by- step instructions on how to complete an investigation.

• procedure

• experiment

• independent variable

• control group

The part of an experiment that doesn't change is a _____.

• control

• constant

• conclusion

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NGSS.3-5-ETS1-3

The steps commonly used by scientists in gathering information to test hypotheses and solve problems are called _____.

• scientific inquiry

• hypothesis

• scientific method

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NGSS.3-5-ETS1-3

The variable that is changed by the scientist to test a hypothesis is called the _________________________ .

• dependent variable

• independent variable

• control

The _________________________ is the base metric unit of mass.

• Liter

• meter

• gram

To remain consistent, scientists report measurements using the ______________ system.

• English

• International

• Density