Understanding Scientific Experiments
This worksheet covers key concepts of scientific experimentation, including the scientific method, variables, and hypothesis formation, suitable for Grade 8 science students.
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Understanding Scientific Experiments
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences where required. Good luck!
1. What is the first step in the scientific method?
Formulate a hypothesis
Make an observation
Conduct an experiment
Analyze data
2. A scientific is a testable prediction about the outcome of an experiment.
3. The variable that is changed by the experimenter is called the variable.
4. A control group is exposed to the independent variable in an experiment.
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5. Explain the difference between an independent variable and a dependent variable.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
6. After making an , a scientist forms a .
7. The scientist then designs and conducts an to test the hypothesis, leading to a .
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