Unit 1

science vocab

9 cards·by brenna

independent variable

in a scientific investigation, the factor that is deliberately manipulated

Dependent Variable

in a scientific investigation, the factor that changes as a result of manipulation of one or more independent variables

controlled variable

the standard used to compare with the outcome of a test

Conclusion

A statement that proves if the data supports the hypothesis

Empirical Evidence

the observations, measurements, and other type of data that people gather and test to support and evaluate scientific explanations

Repetition

occurs when an activity is repeated by the same person

Replication

the duplication of a DNA molecule

Inference

A logical conclusion based on what you know and what you observe

Hypothesis

a testable idea or explanation that leads to scientific investigation