A testable explanation or prediction for an observation

A list of materials needed for an experiment

Which of the following best describes a "variable" in an experiment?

A factor that changes during the experiment

A constant measurement used for comparison

The equipment used to conduct an experiment

What is the difference between "independent variable" and "dependent variable"?

The independent variable is measured, while the dependent variable is changed.

The independent variable is controlled or changed, while the dependent variable is measured.

The independent variable stays the same, while the dependent variable is ignored.

The independent variable is a prediction, while the dependent variable is an observation.

Which word best fits the blank?
"A __________ is a detailed summary of the steps taken during an experiment."

What does "data" refer to in the scientific method?

The information collected during an experiment

The interpretation of results to form a theory

Which of the following best defines a "control group" in an experiment?

The group where the independent variable is tested

The group that receives double the usual treatment

The group that represents the final results

What does "replicability" mean in the context of the scientific method?

The ability to repeat an experiment and obtain consistent results

The process of copying another scientist’s data

The act of performing multiple tests in the same experiment

The explanation of why an experiment failed

Which of the following sentences uses the term "observation" correctly?

The observation is the educated guess made before the experiment begins.

The observation is the process of using the results to form a conclusion.

The observation is the final explanation for the data collected.

The observation is the act of gathering information using the senses or tools.

What is the difference between a "theory" and a "law" in science?

A theory explains why something happens, while a law describes what happens.

A theory is unproven, while a law is proven.

A theory predicts outcomes, while a law creates rules for experiments.

A theory is based on opinions, while a law is based on data.

What does the term "hypothesis" mean?