What is Science?
Steps of the scientific Method
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Blank..... is the systematic study of the natural world.

Science

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Step 1

Ask a question / research

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is often mistakenly regarded as being based on science.

Pseudoscience

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Step 2

Form a Hypothesis

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is the name for the observations and data on which a scientific explanation can be based.

Empirical evidence

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Step 3

Plan an investigation

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What are six traits of a good scientific observer?

curiosity, creativity, skepticism, careful observation, logic, and objectivity.

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Step 4 and 5

Identify Variables 

Collect Data

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What are two things that characterize the practice of science?

Empirical evidence and community consensus Peer review.

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Step 6 and 7

Analyze Data 

Draw and defend your conclusion