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Scientific Method
6th grade
14
Science
Not Applicable
09/14/2004

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Term
Scientific Method
Step 1
Definition
Define the problem.
or
State the question.
Term
Scientific Method
Step 2
Definition
Gather Information.
Research the problem.
Term
Scientific Method
Step 3
Definition
Make a hypothesis.
or
Take your best guess what will happen.
Term
Scientific Method
Step 4
Definition
Create and start your experiment.
Term
Scientific Method
Step 5
Definition
Make observations.
Term
Scientific Method
Step 6
Definition
Record and analyze your data.
Term
Scientific Method
Step 7
Definition
Draw your conclusion.
Term
constant
Definition
Variables that always stay the same throughout the experiment.
Term
independent variable
Definition
The variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment.
Term
Dependent Variable
Definition
The outcome or result of an experiment.
Examples:
How much the plants grew when fertilized.
How fast the car went with the improved tires.
Term
Control
Definition
A standard used to compare results.
Example:
The plant watered with pure water.
Term
Hypothesis
Definition
Best Guess.
Term
Classification
Definition
Identifying items with common features or characteristics.
Term
Experiment Data
Definition
Factual information gathered based upon observations recorded during an experiment.
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