Scientific Method
What is the first step of the scientific method?
State The Problem
What is a constant variable?
The variable(s) we do not change
What are the 3 main graphs?
Line Graph
Bar Graph
Pie Graph
What is a theory?
Explanation of events gained through observation
What is Mrs. Umbarger's favorite subject to teach?
Physics
What is the last step of the scientific method?
Draw Conclusions
What is an independent variable?
The variable we change in an experiment to test the effect on the dependent variable.
Which direction is the x-axis?
- Vertical - up and down
- Horizontal - side to side
What is a law?
A statement about what happens in nature
What is Mrs. Umbarger's favorite color?
Green
What step in the scientific method is this statement:
- Peter created a graph of his data to view trends of the variables he studied.
Analyze Data
What is a dependent varaible?
The variable that changes based on how the independent variables changes (We measure this one)
What type of graph shows relationship between variables over time?
Line graphs
Can theories be proven?
No
What is Mrs. Umbarger's favorite meal?
Spaghetti
What step in the scientific method is this statement?
- Alyssa predicts the growth of the plant will increase if she adds 40 mL of water each day.
State the Hypothesis
What axis is the dependent variable on?
What type of graph shows categories being compared by counting?
Bar Graph
Are theories a guess?
No
How many middle names does Mrs. Umbarger have?
2
What is the purpose of the scientific method?
Pattern or steps for an science investigation
What axis is the independent variable on?
X-Axis
What type of graph is broken down into fixed quantities or percentages?
Pie Graph
How do scientist support theories or laws?
Repeated experiments and evidence
How does Mrs. Umbarger like her steak cooked?
Medium