Parts of an experiment
Subject in an experiment not being manipulated
What is the Control Group
Investigating a problem to find a solution
What is Experimentation
Molecule responsible for genetic code
DNA
A well supported explanation that is not proven
Testable statement that proposes a solution
What is Hypothesis
maintaining a stable internal chemical environment
homeostasis
Type of lens used in a compound microscope
what is bi-convex
variable being manipulated, usually causes an experimental change
independent variable
The first step of doing science
What are Observations
A plant growing towards sunlight.
What is Physical Response
Life Span
What is Birth, rapid growth, maturity, decline and death
dependent variable
Logical assumptions based on prior knowledge
What are Inferences
Study of Cells
Cytology
Fleming's Hypothesis
Mold possibly killed bacteria and could be used to treat infections
A testable statement that relies on observations and inferences
Hypothesis
Systematic way of investigating the natural world
What is Science
Triggers growth
What are hormones
Distributes food, minerals or water in plants (pick one of two choices)
What is Xylem or Phloem
Scientific Method includes what 6 important steps
Observations, question, hypothesize, experiment, recording and analyze data, and draw conclusions