Scientific Method Review Game

number-based observations

Using your observation to make a scientific prediction

What is the independent variable?

The things in the experiment that are kept the same through out the entire experiment.

If the results of an experiment turn out differently from what you expected, then…

What is one requirement that needs to be fulfilled in order for the “problem” to be valid?

An educated guess about a problem

A statement that accepts or rejects the hypothesis based on the data collected

What mouthwash worked the best?

It is what you compare your data to

It is our interpretation of the facts or prior knowledge.

Which mouthwash worked the least?

Interpret the data

 How many independent variables can you have during an experiment?

AKA dependent variable

 Whatare 3crucial parts thatMUST be identified in an experimental design(design an experiment)?

In an experiment these are kept the SAME throughout all trials to increase reliability of  data

The act of trying or testing in any manner

Descriptive information gathered by using your senses.

If.. then.. because ... statements

“I” the scientist changes this variable in the experiment

Information gathered by using measurements.