vocab

5. variable-factor that is adjusted by the experimenter.
6. organized procedure for testing hypothesis.
7. variable- factor whose value depends on the independent variable and is measured in an investigation.
9. standard for comparison
10. process that uses observation and investigation to gain knowledge about events in nature.
12. law-an explanation of observations or events that is based on many experiments.
14. way to display information and data in rows and columns.

1. a possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations.
2. law- a rule that describes a repeatable pattern in nature.
3. a visual display of information or data.
4. system of units (SI)- standard system of measurement used worldwide.
8. any factor that can change in an experiment.
11. inquiry- a process that uses a variety of skills and tools to answer questions or to test ideas.
13. - factors in an experiment that do not change.