Scientific Skills & Working Scientifically Flashcards
(10 cards)
How do you ensure a fair test?
Only one variable is changed, others are kept constant.
What is reliability?
Repeating an experiment to ensure consistent results.
What is validity?
The experiment tests what it’s supposed to.
What is accuracy?
How close results are to the true value.
What is an independent variable?
The variable that is changed.
What is a dependent variable?
The variable that is measured.
What is a control variable?
The variables that are kept constant.
How should data be presented?
In tables, graphs (line/bar), with clear headings and units.
What is an evidence-based conclusion?
A conclusion supported by data collected in the experiment.
What makes a graph good?
Title, labelled axes with units, consistent scale, plotted points, neat line or bars.
