Scientific Method
What are the steps of the scientific method?
1-ask a question 2-form a hypothesis 3-test the hypothesis 4-analyze the results 5-draw conclusions 6-communicate the results
Why is the hypothesis called an educated guess?
A hypothesis is a solution based on previous knowledge, so it is an educated guess.
Scientific Method
A series of steps that scientists use to answer questions and solve problems. Scientists use this method because it gives them insights into the problems they investigate.
What would happen if a scientist kept their experimental results secret?
Efforts and mistakes would be duplicated; there would be less scientific progress.
Why might two scientists develop different hypotheses based on the same observations?
Interpretations are based on many factors, including previous studies the scientist has conducted.
Why must a hypothesis be testable?
No conclusion can be reached if the hypothesis is not testable.
Why do scientists communicate the results of their investigations?
They communicate their results because science depends on the exchange of information.
Can scientists use the scientific method differently?
Yes.
Is the scientific method essential for proper scientific investigation?
Yes.
What options does a scientist have if an experiment does not support a hypothesis?
simply communicate the results of the experiment.