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Scientific Method
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7th Grade
08/25/2013

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Scientific Method
Definition
A procedure of interrogates the world through observation, measurement, experiment and modifying hypothesis.
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Hypothesis
Definition
and educated prediction of results based on research and prior observation. It is a statement not a question.
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variable
Definition
factor that change during an experiment or investigation
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constant
Definition
factors that don't change during an experiment or investigation
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control
Definition
the standard to which the result of the tests are compared.
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independent variable
Definition
the variable that is changed by the scientist and the "I control" variable
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Dependent variable
Definition
the variable that might change because of what the scientist changes what is being measured
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focus question
Definition
the purpose or reason to do an experiment or investigation
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observation
Definition
using your five senses to make note of and observe your surrounding
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inference
Definition
an assumption or prediction about something you observe
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conclusion
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an explanation given to prove a hypothesis true or false
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materials
Definition
list of items needed for an experiment or investigation
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procedure
Definition
step by step instructions
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reflection
Definition
examining your thought on a topic
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data
Definition
information that has been measured or observed in experiment or investigation
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claim
Definition
something you think it true
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evidence
Definition
facts given to support a claim
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theory
Definition
an idea that can't by proven but people believe explains an occurance
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law
Definition
a rule that has been proven true and never contradicted.
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