Experimental Design/Scientific Method

__________ observations measure what we observe, using numbers

__________ variables are things that we DO NOT want to influence the results of our experiment

If a plant gets watered everyday, then it will produce more flowers. This is an example of a(n): __________________

We want to keep controlled/constant variables ________ between the experimental and control groups

A(n) ______________ is an explanation for what you observe

Qualitative observations ___________ what we observe, using adjectives

A(n) ___________ is a testable explanation that guides an experiment

When you gather information by using your five senses, you are making a(n) ___________.

In an experiment, the dependent variable is what is being __________

The ________ group is needed as a base comparison for data - It receives NO special treatment

The experimental group is what you test your __________ variable on

In an experiment, the ___________ variable is what you are changing