Scientific Process and Investigations

The factor measured or observed during an experiment.

• dependent variable (outcome variable)

• independent variable (test variable)

• constant

• control

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

The factor the scientist is testing.

• independent variable (test variable)

• dependent variable (outcome variable)

• control

• constant

Factors in an experiment that are unchanged.

• independent variable (test variable)

• dependent variable (outcome variable)

• constant

• control

The group that does not receive the independent (test) variable.

• independent group

• constant group

• experimental group

• control group

A logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience.

• hypothesis

• prediction

• inference

• theory

Information that is obtained through observation or experimentation.

• empirical evidence

• observation

• prediction

• hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

The process of a scientist completing multiple trials of their own experiment.

• observation

• experimentation

• replication

• repetition

The process of repeating the work of another scientist to confirm or validate results.

• observation

• experimentation

• replication

• repetition

The act of using one or more of your senses to gather information and taking note of what occurs.

• empirical evidence

• observation

• science

• prediction

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

A scientific investigation performed in controlled settings such as a laboratory and involving different test groups.

• field study

• experiment

• investigation

• study abroad

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-2