Scientific Method
The first step of the scientific method
Asking a question about something you observe.
What concept involves recognizing patterns in science?
Patterns
What is a practice of science that involves asking questions?
Asking Questions and Defining Problems.
What is a claim in scientific reasoning?
A direct answer to a question or prompt.
A testable prediction made before an experiment
A hypothesis.
What is the cause and effect relationship in science?
Events have causes and investigating these relationships is key.
How do scientists and engineers use models?
They use models to represent ideas and explanations.
What type of data supports a claim?
Evidence, which can be observations or measurements.
What should you do after completing an experiment?
Collect data and analyze it.
Why is scale important in science?
It helps understand how changes affect a system's performance.
What do scientists need to clarify in their investigations?
What counts as data and identifying variables.
Why is reasoning important in arguments?
It explains why the evidence supports the claim.
Why is it important to have a clear plan and materials for an experiment?
To ensure that the experiment can be repeated and the results are valid.
What does the concept of stability and change refer to?
It studies conditions of stability and rates of change in systems.
Why is analyzing and interpreting data important?
To derive meaning and identify patterns in the data.
What should you include in reasoning?
General scientific principles and prior knowledge.
What is the purpose of creating a conclusion in the scientific method?
To summarize the findings and determine if the hypothesis was supported or not.
How does energy flow relate to understanding systems?
It helps understand the possibilities and limitations of systems.
What role does mathematics play in science and engineering?
It is fundamental for representing variables and analyzing data.
How can you validate a claim?
By providing logical connections between evidence and the claim.