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Scientific Investiga
Scientific Investigation
Question | Answer |
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How well the results of an experiment agree with the accepted value | Accuracy |
This is a process of interpreting experimental results | Analysis |
This is a container used for mixing or heating of chemical solution | Beaker |
This is an answer deduced from the analysis of data | Conclusion |
This is a compilation of information, usually quantitative, that represents measures of a variable or set of variables | Data Set |
This is a testable prediction of the outcome of scientific processes based on analysis | Hypothesis |
This is the process of researching or studying a concept. Examination, inquiry | Investigation |
This is a container used for measurement of the volume of a liquid. | Graduated Cylinder |
Equipment used to magnify and observe small objects | Microscope |
This is a process of watching an experiment and noting what occurs | Observation |
This is the preferred method of representing percentage data | Pie Chart |
This is the ability of a measurement to be reproduced consistantly | Precision |
This is the process of steps taken in completing a task, such as a lab investigation | Procedures |
A phenomenon of nature that has been proven to invariably occur whenever certain conditions exist | Scientific Law |
A process used to gather evidence and lead to understanding | Scientific Method |
This is a scientific conclusion based on much supporting evidence | Theory |
Personal and unscientific judgment that may alter the results of an experiment | Bias |
Information obtained from experiments, sometimes called experimental results | Data |
Symbol that warns you about a danger that may exist from chemicals, electricity, heat, or experimental procedures | Safety Symbol |
Part of a population that is studied to inform about the inform | Sample |
Procedure that tests a hypothesis by collecting information under controlled conditions | Scientific Experiment |
A condition of an experiment that is either changed or held constant | Variable |
This is an error due to some type of equipment malfunction. Often the calibration of the instrument has not been carried out or is faulty | Equipment Error |
This is data from an experiment, which is used to verify or reject the original hypothesis in the conclusion | Evidence |