BrainPop Scientific Method

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What does 'consistent' mean in the context of scientific experiments?

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Unchanging.

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In an experiment to determine the temperature at which beans sprout the fastest, what is the variable?

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The temperature at which each bean is kept.

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What is a testable hypothesis?

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A statement that can be tested through experimentation, such as 'A plant needs at least five hours of sunlight per day to grow.'

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What should you do if your data does not support your hypothesis after multiple tests?

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Re-think your hypothesis.

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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Recognizing a problem.

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What is the last step in the scientific method?

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Drawing inferences.

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What is the purpose of running an experiment multiple times?

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To ensure that the results are consistent.

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What is a hypothesis in scientific research?

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A proposed explanation for a phenomenon that can be tested.

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What is the role of variables in an experiment?

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Variables are factors that can change and affect the outcome of the experiment.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is manipulated by the researcher, while the dependent variable is measured in response.