Scientific Method Review

The line on a graph that lies flat (horizontal) or the X-axis is reflecting the:

An organized process used to gather observations and test a hypothesis is a(n)

On a line graph, which axis is called the y-axis?

The 5 steps of the Scientific Method in order are....

A factor that DOES NOT change in an experiment:

Variable that changed, factor measured. Expressed after the word THEN in your hypothesis

Choose the Dependent V: A student will have better grades if he/she eats broccoli every day

Based on the graph, in which time period did the number of coyotes decrease the MOST

The process of gathering information through the senses is called:

Which of the following is an Observation ONLY

More helium in a basketball will make the ball bounce higher, what is the Independent Variable

What is measured in an experiment. A factor that changes from manipulation of the Independent V

A variable that an investigator manipulates in an experiment is a Dependent Variable

A Quantitative Observation is based on numerical data

Lucy notices different species of birds visit a pond in the year. Which is a testable question?

The format used to write a Hypothesis is the "If, and Because" format

Information that is strictly defined and proved true

What is the best visual display showing changes over time or changing relationships?

Find the Dependent V:Female elk with higher level of hormones will migrate faster than male elk

Process of deciding whether the hypothesis is supported/rejected, what you would do differently

Any factor (condition, relationships) that can be changed

A logical conclusion drawn from available evidence and prior knowledge. Made from observations

Based on the data, what is the BEST conclusion?

Series of steps to solve problems including collecting data, form hypothesis, test, conclusions

A slanted point of view, or personal prejudice can affect the conclusion or a researcher:

A testable prediction (educated guess) is called a(n):

An explanation of an observation is what?

Lizards will be less active if the temperature is cooler. Choose the independent variable:

Factors that stay the same with control and experiment groups