Process of Science Unit Vocabulary Review

The variable changed during an experiment.

• Dependent Variable

• Independent Variable

• Controlled Variable

• Data

A testable statement.

• Theory

• Observation

• Hypothesis

• Inference

Data

• Is always quantitative

• Is always qualitative

• Can be quantitative or qualitative

• Is neither quantitative nor qualitative

The variable missing from the control group of an experiment.

• Independent Variable

• Dependent Variable

• Control Variable

• Constants

The dependent variable of an experiment

• is changed by the experimenter.

• is what is measured.

• is only found in the experimental group.

• is quantitative.

Using one or more of your five senses to collect data.

• Inference

• Theory

• Hypothesis

• Observation

A statement that is very well supported by multiple pieces of evidence.

• Theory

• Hypothesis

• Inference

• Controlled Experiment

The experimental group in an experiment will

• not receive the independent variable.

• will receive the independent variable.

• will not have a dependent variable.

• will not have any controlled variables.

A logical interpretation based on what scientists already know.

• Hypothesis

• Inference

• Theory

• Data

Which of the following makes an experiment a controlled experiment?

• It only tests one variable.

• It tests multiple variables.

• It allows for the collection of data.

• It can answer a question about an observation.