Scientific Method

What goes on the right side of cornel notes?

Science is the knowledge of the natural world based on facts learned through what TWO things?

What are the series of steps used to investigate a scientific question called?

Is the scientific method a linear process? Explain. (Remember linear means to ONLY go in order)

Science questions must be

What comes after asking a question in the scientific method?

• Do Background Research.

• Create a Hypothesis.

• Collect Data.

• Present Results.

An educated guess at a possible explanation to an experiment is a(n)

• Experiment

• Hypothesis

• Observation

• Question

Which of the following is a good hypothesis?

• I think Nike shoes.

• I think Nike shoes are better.

• If she wears Nike shoes, then she will win the race.

• If he wears Nike shoes, he will be more popular.

Explain the difference between Independent and dependent variable. You may use an example to help explain.

When designing an experiment, it is important to have which of the following? (Mark all that apply)

• Control Variables

• Dependent Variable

• Independent OR Experimental Variable

• Many variables changing.