| A | B |
|---|
| control | factor used for comparison that does not change |
| variable | factor that needs to be constant |
| independent variable | factor that the scientist changes |
| baised | one-sided (fixed) data or results |
| trends | patterns in an experiment |
| scientific method | a process used to solve a problem |
| observations | use of 5 senses to perceive events or objects |
| hypothesis | a proposed explanation of event that will be tested |
| experiment | test(s) conducted to solve a problem |
| procedure | a list of sequential directions to complete a task |
| prediction | what the scientist expects to occur |
| sample | part used to represent a population |
| population | organisms in the same species |
| dependent | the factor which is affected in the experiment |
| trials | the number of times an experiment is completed |
| conclusion | final results of the experiment |
