Scientific Method easy
The first step in the Scientific Method
An experiment where nothing is tested
control
part of the experiment affected by the independent variable
dependent variable
the curved water line in a graduated cylinder
meniscus
A personal view, feeling or claim about a topic
opinion
The last step in the Scientific Method
Repeat and share
part of the experiment that always stays the same
constant
observing using the 5 senses
direct observation
What we will be studying in my science class this year
physics, or physical science
Something that is incorrectly presented as scientific
pseudoscientific information
An educated guess
hypothesis
The variable that you change in an experiment
independent variable
observing using tools, instruments or measuring devices
indirect observation
What is the first rule in the science lab?
Safety first
to put into groups according to characteristics
classification
Charts, graphs and tables
results
A pill that has no effect at all
placebo
the study of life, the universe and everything
science
What is Mr. Birch's cats name?
Pumpkin Puss
to change
vary
A set of procedures
experiment
Part of the experiment that answers the question or solves the problem
conclusion
A way to solve a problem
scientific method
When is Mr. Birch's birthday
Dec 2
Why do birds suddenly appear every time you are near? Just like me, they want to be...
close to you