Vocabulary Quiz- Earth Science

Question 1

A series of steps used to solve a problem.

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scientific method

Question 2

The standard used for comparison in an experiment.

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control

Question 3

Also known as the manipulated variable-the factor that you change on purpose.

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Independent varialbe

Question 4

A diagram that shows the relationship of one variable to another. Used to analyze data.

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graph

Question 5

Factual information, especially information organized for analysis to make decisions.

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data

Question 6

An explaination backed by results recieved from repeated tests or experiments.

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theory

Question 7

The variable that is being measured in the experiment.

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dependent

Question 8

A prediction about a problem that is based on observations, new information and experiences.

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hypothesis

Question 9

A variable that stays the same in the experiment.

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constant

Question 10

A graph that is used to show progression.

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line

Questions 10