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.