Experiments
testable idea or explanation that leads to a scientific investigation
hypothesis
The characteristic that describes wondering about the world
curiosity
List the first step of the Scientific Method
Define the problem
Observations and measurements people gather and test to evaluate scientific explanations
empirical evidence
Area of science that studies living things
Life Science
the factor that is measured in an experiment
dependent variable
The characteristic that describes thinking outside the box and coming up with new ideas
creativity
List the last step of the Scientific Method
Draw and defend your conclusion
Pseudoscience is based on this type of logic
faulty
belief or practice based on incorrectly applied Scientific Methods
Pseudoscience
The process of obtaining information using our senses
observation
The characteristic that allows scientists to not accept everything they hear
skepticism
Provides a description of how a process in nature works
Scientific Explanation
Systematic study of nature
Science
the factor that is tested (manipulated) in an experiment
independent variable
Characteristic that describes scientists putting aside their opinions and beliefs when evaluating something
objective
Identify your Independent and Dependent Variables - (what you are testing and what you are measuring)
When do scientists use models
When they are studying something they cannot see with the eye
List the 3 branches of Science
Life Science, Earth Science and Physical Science
Why is it important for your dependent variable to be measureable?
So you know if your independent variable is causing a change/ so you know if your experiment is working
List all 6 characteristics of scientists
careful observation
curiosity
creativity
objective
skepticism
logic
List the 7 steps of the Scientific Method in order
1. Define the problem
2. Form a hypothesis
3. Plan the investigation
4. Identify the variables
5. Collect and Organize Data
6. Interpret and Analyze Data
7. Draw and Defend Your Conclusion
Describe what makes a good experiment
Good hypothesis, testable and measurable, analyze the data correctly and clearly and a good conclusion