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30 Cards in this Set
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Observation |
The action or process of examining something carefully in order to gain information |
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dependent variable |
The variable that depends on other factors. Also the variables that will be measured and affected during the experiment |
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formulate |
To form an idea as a result of the analysis of the data |
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data |
Evidence gathered through observations (especially during experiments) |
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record |
To write down in permanent form for later reference |
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variable |
Part of the experiment capable to change |
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independent variable |
The variables that the experimenter changes to test their dependent variable |
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research |
The collecting of information on a particular subject |
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bias |
To cause favoritism or influence to experimental results |
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problems |
The first step in the scientific method is to define or identify the ? |
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measure |
To determine the extent, quantity or dimensions |
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graphs |
Visual aids used by scientists to communicate results of an experiment |
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infer |
To make a conclusion based on reasoning and observations |
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replicate |
To repeat a research study, usually with different participants and in different situations, to confirm the results of the original study. |
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control |
A standard to compare with the results in an experiment |
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predict |
Indicate in advance on the basis of observation, experience or scientific reason |
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journal |
To record observations, research and other information related to the experiment |
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constant |
A feature of the experiment that does not change |
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Classify |
To group information into categories |
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Identify |
To name or recognize something based on its properties |
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analyze |
To examine carefully and in detail to identify |
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science |
The methodological studying of the natural world through experimentation and verification of facts |
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procedure |
A detailed series of steps to follow to perform and experiement |
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scientific method |
The process used by scientists to solve problems |
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examine |
To observe carefully and in detail |
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Conclusion |
What a scientist writes summarizing the results of an experiment |
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Compare |
To notice similarities or differences |
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experiment |
A scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis or demonstrate a known fact |
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result |
The outcome or conclusion of an experiment after a period of time |
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hypothesis |
A statement predicting the result of a controlled scientific experiment |
