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The Scientific Method
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Science
4th Grade
09/26/2011

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The Scientific Method
Definition
A process that scientists use to answer questions. (p. 4)
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Variable
Definition
Something that changes or varies. (p. 5)
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Hypothesis
Definition
A statement that can be tested to answer a question.
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Experiment
Definition
A scientific test that can be used to support or disprove a hypothesis.
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Independent Variable
Definition
The variable that changes in an experiment.
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Controlled Variable
Definition
The variable that stays the same.
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Analyze
Definition
Look for patterns in data that shows connections between important data.
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Draw a Conclusion
Definition
Decide if the data clearly supports or does not support the hypothesis.
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Classify
Definition
Place things with similar properties into groups.
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Predict
Definition
State a likely result of an event or experiment based on facts or observations.
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Infer
Definition
Form an idea or opinion from facts or observations.
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Interpret Data
Definition
Use information that has been gathered to answer questions, solve problems, or compare results.
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