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Scientific Method
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a process that outlines a series of steps used to answer questions.
It requires evidence. There is no one set procedure, more like guidelines. |
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Hypothesis Based Science
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test a suggested explanation for observations
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Deductive Reasoning
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general to specific
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Inductive Reasoning
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specific to general
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Scientific Study
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A procedure used to test a hypothesis through additional observations. Involves the following:
Observations Question Hypothesis Prediction Observations Replication Conclusions |
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Controlled Experiment
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a procedure used to test a hypothesis using an Experiment Group and one or more Control Groups. Deduction of expectations occur.
Observations Question Hypothesis Prediction Dependent Variable Independent Variable Controlled Variables Experiment Group Control Group Replication Conclusions |
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Theory
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A comprehensive conceptual framework that is well supported by evidence and is widely acceptedby the scientific community.
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Law Or Principle
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A theory that has been rigorously tested by many
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Observations
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begin with observing some phenomenon and record info
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Question
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pose a question related to the observations
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Hypothesis
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state an explanation for observations or an answer to the question
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Prediction
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predict the outcome of the study often using "If... then"
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Observations
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make additional observations and record
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Replication
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repeat the study
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Conclusions
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state that the data supports or doesnt the hypothesis.
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Dependent Variable
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what you measures
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Independent Variable
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what you vary during the experiment
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Controlled Variable
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all other variables are held consistant
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Experiment Group
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independent variable is altered to test the hypothesis
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Control Group
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a group to which the test is performed under the same conditions but no changes are made to the independent variable
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