Scientific method

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What is the conclusion in a scientific experiment?

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The conclusion is what you have learned from the experiment and it answers your question or problem.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any object or factor that can change in an experiment.

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What do you need to conduct an experiment?

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You need a list of materials, which includes everything required for the experiment.

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How many kinds of variables are usually in an experiment?

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An experiment usually has three kinds of variables.

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What is the first step in every scientific experiment?

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Every scientific experiment begins with a question or problem.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation or prediction that can be tested through experimentation.

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What is the purpose of an experiment?

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The purpose of an experiment is to test a hypothesis and gather data.

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What is data in the context of a scientific experiment?

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Data is the information collected during an experiment, which can be analyzed to draw conclusions.

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What are observations in a scientific context?

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Observations are the information gathered through the senses during an experiment.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is the one that is changed or controlled in an experiment, while the dependent variable is the one that is measured or observed.