Scientific Method and Variables

A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

The information you collect while doing your experiment.

Things that do not change in an experiment. It's the variable that stays the same. You can have many variables stay the same.

The variable in an experiment that is deliberately changed by the scientist.

The variable that is being measured in an experiment.

Inform the teacher right away.

A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation.

To provide a standard for comparison against the experimental group.

Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

To ensure that results are consistent and reliable.