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A.Analyze B. Procedure C. Table D. Prediction E. Materials
Observation G. Variable H. Inquiry I.Data J. Chart K. Hypothesis
Investigation M. Scientific Process N. Conclusion Experiment
1. ___ A detailed step-by step set of directions used to tell how an experiment
is conducted.
2. ___ A procedure that is carried out in order to observe a response caused
by a stimulus; not a complete experiment.
3. ___When you use information, or data, from an investigation or
experiment to come up with a decision or answer.
4. ___ A procedure that is carried out and repeated under controlled
conditions in order to discover, demonstrate, or test a hypothesis; includes
ALL components of the scientific process.
5. ___A series of steps that scientists use when performing an experiment to
find out how things work and affect each other.
6. ___When you state a possible answer to a question that can be tested by
an experiment.
7. ___ A factor that can affect the outcome of an experiment.
8. ___Information gathered and recorded from observations and
measurements made during an experiment.
9. ___ An organized way to gather information and answer questions.
10.___Tools, equipment, and supplies needed to conduct an experiment.
11.___A statement that tells what you think will happen.
12.___A list of data in columns and rows used as a visual aid to convey
information which can be used to make a chart.
13.___When you use your senses to learn about an object or event.
14.___A graphical, (visual) representation of data.
15.___When you study data carefully so that you can explain and interpret
what has happened.