Relier Pairs Experiments Memory GameVersion en ligne Match each word with its definition. par Katy Wickenheiser 1 Control/Constant 2 Theory 3 Independent Variable 4 Experimental Group 5 Dependent Variable 6 Control Group 7 Inference 8 Scientific Method 9 Hypothesis 10 Observation An explanation for generalized patterns in nature that is supported by evidence based on data collected using scientific methods The group or subject that is used as a standard for comparison in an experiment. The data collected by using the five senses or measurement tools to learn about objects and events. A variable / variables that are held the same or constant for all experimental groups. A factor that responds to changes in other variables in an experiment; "it changed" variables. You measure it. The group or subjects that are included in the experiment. This is the group where the independent variable is applied. A logical explanation or conclusion based on observations and/or facts. A process of critical thinking that uses observations and experiments to investigate testable predictions about the physical universe. A testable explanation about an observation. Typically an If…then statement. A factor that can be changed or manipulated in an experiment by the scientist; "you change it" variables.