Control/Constant
Experimental Group
Observation
Independent Variable
Hypothesis
Inference
Scientific Method
Theory
Control Group
Dependent Variable
A testable explanation about an observation. Typically an If…then statement.
The data collected by using the five senses or measurement tools to learn about objects and events.
A process of critical thinking that uses observations and experiments to investigate testable predictions about the physical universe.
A factor that can be changed or manipulated in an experiment by the scientist; "you change it" variables.
A factor that responds to changes in other variables in an experiment; "it changed" variables. You measure it.
A logical explanation or conclusion based on observations and/or facts.
A variable / variables that are held the same or constant for all experimental groups.
The group or subjects that are included in the experiment. This is the group where the independent variable is applied.
The group or subject that is used as a standard for comparison in an experiment.
An explanation for generalized patterns in nature that is supported by evidence based on data collected using scientific methods
