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TermDefinition
DataInformation obtained from experiments, sometimes called experimental results.
Dependent variableThe part of the experiment that is affected by the independent variable.
ExperimentA set of controlled observations that test the hypothesis.
HypothesisAn explanation that is based on prior scientific research or observations and that can be tested.
Independent variableThe part of the experiment that is manipulated or changed by the scientists or person performing the experiment.
LawBasic fact that describes the behavior of a natural phenomenon.
ModelA pattern, plan, representation, or description designed to show the structure of workings of an object, system, or concept.
Scientific methodProcedures that scientists use to gather information and answer questions; include observing and hypothesizing, experimenting, and gathering and interpreting results.
TheoryAn explanation for some phenomenon that is based on observation, experimentation, and reasoning.
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Creator Carolombia
Created September 8, 2009
Groups Cape Coral PIB, Cape Coral PIB class of 2012
Subject chemistry
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Quaide : wow i cant remember these defintions easily...
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Quaide : even after 90 scores lol....
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  1. Hypothesis An explanation that is based on prior scientific research or observations and that can be tested. - 22 misses
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  4. Model A pattern, plan, representation, or description designed to show the structure of workings of an object, system, or concept. - 12 misses
  5. Independent variable The part of the experiment that is manipulated or changed by the scientists or person performing the experiment. - 11 misses
  6. Theory An explanation for some phenomenon that is based on observation, experimentation, and reasoning. - 11 misses
  7. Scientific method Procedures that scientists use to gather information and answer questions; include observing and hypothesizing, experimenting, and gathering and interpreting results. - 9 misses