Scientific Method Flashcards
Scientific Method
The scientific method is an organized way for scientists to answer questions and develop solutions
Controlled Experiment
An experiment that changes only one variable.
Variable
Any factor that can exist in differing amounts or types
Data
The information and results gathered from an experiment
Hypothesis
An educated guess; a scientific prediction; a possible solution to a problem
Experimental Group
The group that tests the changed factor, they experience the special treatment.
Control Group
The group that remains the same; unchanged; does not experience the special treatment.
Control
Parts of the experiment that stay the same
Independent Variable
Factor being intentionally changed, “I” change
Dependent Variable
Factor that occurs as a result of the change, the part of the experiment that is recorded
Prediction
A guess about what will happen in the future.
Observation
Information that one gathers using their senses (sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing)
Inference
Conclusions that you draw based on your background knowledge and evidence you’ve collected
Quantitative Observation
A description of an observation using numbers and measurements.
Qualitative Observation
A description of an observation using words only.
