Scientific Method Vocabulary

What is science?

• Asking questions about the natural world.

• Studying ancient civilizations.

• Performing magic tricks.

• Creating art and music.

What is an observation?

• Information gathered through the senses.

• A hypothesis based on prior knowledge.

• A conclusion drawn from data analysis.

• A theory that explains a phenomenon.

How do scientists gather evidence?

• By looking for patterns, conducting investigations, and making observations.

• By relying solely on theoretical models.

• By asking for opinions from the public.

• By using only advanced technology without any observations.

What is a conclusion in science?

• A detailed explanation of the experiment's methodology.

• A summary of the results of an experiment and whether the hypothesis was supported.

• A list of all the materials used in the experiment.

• An introduction to the scientific method.

What is a controlled experiment?

• An experiment where only one variable is changed at a time.

• An experiment that is conducted in a natural setting without any controls.

• An experiment that tests multiple variables simultaneously.

• An experiment that relies solely on observational data.

What is a scientific model?

• A representation of an object or system that helps to understand and predict its behavior.

• A detailed description of a scientific experiment.

• A theory that cannot be tested or observed.

• A collection of data without any analysis.

What is a simulation in science?

• A type of investigation where scientists use models to imitate the function of a system or process.

• A method of collecting data through direct observation.

• A technique for analyzing historical data to predict future trends.

• A process of conducting experiments without any controls.

What is data in science?

• Facts and statistics collected for reference or analysis.

• A type of scientific theory that explains phenomena.

• An opinion based on personal experience.

• A collection of unverified information.

What is peer review?

• A process where scientists evaluate each other's work before publication.

• A method for scientists to collaborate on research projects.

• A system for funding scientific research.

• A technique for teaching students about scientific methods.

What is evidence?

• A statement that is always true.

• An observation that supports a conclusion.

• A personal opinion about a topic.

• A guess based on intuition.