Variables
A testable idea or explanation that leads to a scientific investigation
hypothesis
A graph used to display and compare data in a number or separate categories.
Bar graph
The sense we generally do not use to make observations.
taste
The variable that is controlled in an investigation.
independent variable
The reason for doing an experiment. first step in the scientific method.
Problem/Question
The time it took a plant to grow with different amounts of fertilizer.
line graph
A representation of an object or a process that allows scientists to study something in greater detail.
model
Writing up your results from the experiment or investigation.
conclusion
Facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observations and experimentation.
What is Data
How fast a puppy will grow with different types of dog food.
Line graph
mathematical equations and number data
mathematical model
The name given to every aspect of the experiment that does not change.
control
The section of your lab report that will include any tables, graphs, charts and/or sketches.
Anaylsis of data
This should be found at the top of each and every graph you make.
title
What percentage of Academy at the Farm students play sports.
Pie graph
The most sensible unit of measurement for measuring the height of a bouncy ball ( metrics)
centimeter
A location where scientists may do observations, but they can not control all the variables.
what is field work
A list of steps that will be taken to complete the experiment.
procedure
The 6 things EVERY good line graph should have
What is a title, axis labels, units, an appropriate scale, data points, and a line that shows grown or decline.
How high will a bouncy ball bounce when dropped from different heights?
Bar graph
One of the best ways to express your observations on a lap report
A graph