Scientific Method

5. A test using observations and controlled variables to discover answers to questions, and/or to check a hypothesis.
6. The information you collect from the experiment
8. System The International System of Units which is the official name of the metric system.
11. A tested and reliable explanation of nature, that is supported by many observations and experiments
13. Variable that is observed and that changes in response to the independent variable
14. Something that can affect a system being examined, and is therefore a factor that may change in an experiment.
15. A statement made about the future outcome of an experiment based on past experiences or observations.
17. The breakdown of something that is complex into smaller parts in such a way that leads to a better understanding
19. Experimental tests done more than once.
20. To compare the characteristics of something (such as mass, length, volume) with a standard (such as grams, meters, liters).

1. A process of critical thinking that uses observations and experiments to investigate testable predictions about the physical
2. Data that is based on measurable characteristics of things or events such as mass, volume, length, and quantity.
3. Thinking that uses specific sets of skills to carefully analyze problems step- by step.
4. Factor in a controlled experiment that is changed
7. Group in a experiment that is exposed to the same conditions as the experimental group except for one independent variable
9. A logical interpretation based on prior knowledge and experience
10. The action or process of observing something or someone carefully or in order to gain information
12. Data that is based on observable characteristics of things or events that can be collected using the five senses.
16. A prediction about what will happen with the experiment- written in an if-then statement
18. The study of life