Scientific Method

an experiment in which only one variable in manipulated at a time

Possible explanation for a set of observations or answer to a scientific question

The factor that changes as a result of the manipulated variable

the process when group members freely suggest any creative solution that come to mind

a working model used to test a design

A well tested explanation for a wide range of observations or experiment results.

person who is trained to use both technological and scientific knowledge to solve a problem 

A person who is trained to use both technical and scientific knowledge to solve problems

The process of analyzing a design problem and finding a way to fix it

a process in which group members freely suggest creative solutions that come to mind

any factor that restricts or limits a design

the process of analyzing a design problem and finding a way to fix it.

the ONE factor scientists change in a controlled experiment

Facts, Figures and other evidence gathered through observations

A legal document issued by government that gives inventor exclusive rights for limited time

any factor that can change

 what scientists ^{expect to happen every time} under a particular set of conditions

A legal document that gives inventor exclusive rights for a limited time

Any factor that limits or restricts a design

A working model used to test a design

A way of learning about the natural world through observations and logical reasoning

The process of sharing ideas with others through speaking or writing