Scientific Method
step one
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the variable that is being changed by the experimenter
Independent Variable
this is located on the x-axis
independent variable
the ability of an species to change over time
evolution
basic unit of life
cells
fancy word for "educated guess" (contains If, then)
Hypothesis
Organized procedure for testing a Hypothesis?
Experiment
located on the y-axis
dependent variable
the study of how information is passed from parent to offspring
Genetics
all the ecosystems on this earth together
biosphere
what makes an experiment "controlled"
Only changing one variable
variables that are unmanipulated in an experiment, or the original situation that it can be compared too
Control
A visual display of data collected is usually represented on a?
Graph
The study of Life
Biology
group of organisms of one type that live in the same area
Population
A rule of nature that describes a proven pattern
Scientific Law
Research that includes numerical data
Quantitative Research
Which safety symbol and title belong to the description of: Dispose of waste into the proper receptacle
Disposal
Made of ONE or more cells
Organism
populations of different animals that live in the same area
community
What must be done before a true Hypothesis can be created?
Research
Process of gathering information in an orderly way
Observations
Standard system of measurement used world wide
International System of Units
List 3 characteristics of Living Things
Cells
Reproduce
Grow
Develop
Obtain/Use Energy
Response to stimuli
Homeostasis
Adapt to Environment
Process of grouping items or organisms that are similar in some way is known as?
Classifying