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WorksheetsGen Sci A: The Scientific Method
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
An experiment is used to test a____________________.
hypothesis
scientific law
theory
model
In an experiment, the scientist will manipulate the __________ variable in the _________ group.
dependent, control
dependent, experimental
independent, control
independent, experimental
An experiment was conducted to determine the effects of fertilizer on the growth of plants. What is the dependent variable in this experiment?
temperature
growth of the plants
type of fertilizer
amount of light
When we collect Information using the five senses and/or scientific tools you are making _______________________.
observations
inferences
collecting data
resources
What is the purpose of the control group in an experiment?
To test a new treatment or variable
To serve as a baseline or comparison group
To ensure that you prove your hypothesis
To have people to talk to while you experiment
What is an educated guess based upon research in a scientific experiment, and must include the independent and dependent variables of the experiment.
observations
hypothesis
conclusion
data
The explanation of the results from an experiment is called the _____________________.
experiment
data
hypothesis
conclusion
What is the procedure used to test a hypothesis?
observations
predictions
conclusions
experiment
What is the name of the group in the experiment that does not receive the treatment?
experimental
control
variable
data
What is the name of the group in the experiment that receives the treatment?
experimental
control
observation
data
