WorksheetsNature and Method of Science
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 11mins
The factor that "I change" in an experiment.
Independent Variable
Dependent Variable
Constant
Quantitative
Conditions that stay the same in an experiment.
Controls
Variables
Hypotheses
Constants
If IV, then DV
Constant
Question
Hypothesis
Conclusion
Information that is obtained through the senses.
Conclusions
Quantitative Data
Qualitative Data
Hypotheses
A standard for comparison.
Control
Constant
Variable
Conclusion
The outcome factor; what is measured; the "effect"
Independent Variable
Dependent Variable
Control
Conclusion
A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.
Graph
Analysis
Hypothesis
Inference
Rule of nature that sums up related observations to describe a pattern in nature.
Ex. Gravity
Scientific Principle
Scientific Law
Scientific Theory
Scientific Hypothesis
Explanation based on experiments and the most logical explanation.
Ex. Black Holes
Scientific Principle
Scientific Law
Scientific Theory
Scientific Hypothesis
Information collected during an experiment
Variable
Data
Control
Constant
What was the dependent variable in our first lab this year?
Thumb Length
Thumb Circumference
Wrist Circumference
Number of Wins/Losses
