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Steps of the Scientific Method

Steps of the Scientific Method. Scientific Method Series of steps used to investigate a natural occurrence. . Scientific Method. Problem/Question Observation/Research Make a Hypothesis Experiment Collect Data and Analyze Results Draw a Conclusion Communicate the Results.

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Steps of the Scientific Method

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  1. Steps of the Scientific Method

  2. Scientific MethodSeries of steps used to investigate a natural occurrence.

  3. Scientific Method Problem/Question Observation/Research Make a Hypothesis Experiment Collect Data and Analyze Results Draw a Conclusion Communicate the Results

  4. Steps of the Scientific Method 1. Problem/Question: Develop a question or problem that can be solved through experimentation.

  5. Steps of the Scientific Method 2. Observation/Research: Make observations and research your topic of interest.

  6. Steps of the Scientific Method 3. Make a Hypothesis: Predict a possible answer to the problem or question. Example:If soil temperatures rise, then plant growth will increase.

  7. Steps of the Scientific Method • Experiment: Develop and follow a procedure. -Step By step instructions Include a detailed materials list. The outcome must be measurable (quantifiable). Do at least 3 trials

  8. Steps of the Scientific Method 5. Collect and Analyze Results: Write down data. Confirm the results by retesting. Include tables, graphs, and photographs.

  9. Steps of the Scientific Method 6. Conclusion: Include a statement that accepts or rejects the hypothesis. Make recommendations for further study and possible improvements to the procedure.

  10. Steps of the Scientific Method 7. Communicate the Results: Be prepared to present the project to an audience. Expect questions from the audience.

  11. Important Reminders when setting up an experiment -Your experiment needs a manipulated and responding variable -Your experiment must have a control group -You must consider constants when designing an experiment

  12. Manipulated Variable Factor that’s intentionally varied by the experimenter

  13. Responding Variable The factor that may change as a result of changes made in the manipulated variable.

  14. Control Group -Serves as the standard of comparison. -Exposed to the same conditions as the experimental group, except for the variable being tested.

  15. Constants All the factors that the experimenter attempts to keep the same.

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