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