matching test
scientific method
A method of inquiry by which knowledge is gained through a specific sense of steps
conclusion
The hypothesis is either Accepted or rejected in Light of the data.A concise statement that summarizes the results of a broad variety of observations and experiments
controls
Conditions that remain the same
scientific law
A concise statement that summarizes the results of a broad variety of observations and experiments. Can often be expressed as an equation. the y only describe they do not explain.
data
should involve measurement. The observations which are recorded during an experiment. Should be quantitative and should involve number.
observation
noting and recording facts about a natural phenomena. These are known because they have been seen or experienced directly. They are gathered via the senses.
hypothesis
A possible solution or explanation for a problem or question that is based on an observation. There must be a background of knowledge. An educated guess.
experiement
a carefully constructed situation designed to test the hypothesis
inference
a conclusion based on information and observation.
model
a description, picture, or idea about something that can not be viewed directly
theory
a thoroughly tested explanation for a set of observations or experimental result
responding variable
that which changes the result of change in the manipulated variable.
variable
the idea or condition that is being tested
manipulated variable
the variable that is influenced by the experimenter.