Scientific Method Flashcards

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What is the scientific method?

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Ask a question
Do background research
Conduct a hypothesis (prediction)
Test your hypothesis by doing an experiment
Analyse your data and draw your conclusion
Report your results

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a prediction of why certain events take place a hypothesis must be testable

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment test your hypothesis a good experiment should be repeated to make sure the results are reliable

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What is bias?

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Is flair influence that can affect results or how they are reported?

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