Scientific Method

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During this step of the scientific method, a scientist would gather background information.

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Research

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List the Scientific Process steps in order.

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Observation, Question, Hypothesis, Experiment, Data, Conclusion

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What is an inference?

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A statement based off of your observations.

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A possible explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested is a

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hypothesis

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This part of the experiment serves as a basis of comparison; the one variable being tested has been omitted.

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control group

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In an experiment on plants to see how different liquids affect growth, what is the independent variable? Options: The type of plant, The amount of sunlight, The type of music, The type of liquid

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The type of liquid

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In an experiment on plants with different liquids (water, apple juice, milk), what are the constants?

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Type of plant, amount of music, and sunlight

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What is Susan doing when she says, “If I fertilize my geranium plants, they will blossom?”

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form a hypothesis

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What is the best conclusion for an experiment where a scientist tests the effect of acids on the health of a particular type of plant?

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High acidity is harmful to this type of plant.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment where two groups are given caffeinated and caffeine-free soda, and their pulse rates are measured?

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pulse rate of each group