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Scientific Method

The scientific method is the basis of scientific investigation. A scientist will pose a question and formulate a hypothesis as a potential explanation or answer to the question. The hypothesis will be tested through a series of experiments. The results of the experiments will either prove or disprove the hypothesis. This category should contain questions and answers regarding the scientific method.

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What is any factor that is not allowed to change in an experiment called?

A constant.

It is important to ensure that only one factor changes in an experiment (called the independent variable). All other factors need to remain constant.

What is the sceintific method?

The scientific method is:

  1. Question
  2. Research
  3. Hypothesis
  4. Materials
  5. Procedure
  6. Data
  7. Analysis
  8. Conclusion
  9. Future Questions

What step of the scientific method is a statement cause effect?

I think it might be a inference. But I need to know for sure so I might do some more research.

By definition it is a prediction.


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What are the advantages of using Simplex method over graphical method in linear programing?

graphical method is applicable only for solving an LPP having two variables in its constraints , but if more than two variables are used, then it is not possible to use graphical method. In those cases, simplex method helps to solve such problem.

In simple, in graphical method is used when the constraints contain two variables only.

But simplex method can be used to solve constraints having more than two variables.

How would compare a hypothesis and theory as pertaining to science?

Here is a possible comparison of a hypothesis and a theory in science:

A hypothesis is basically an educated guess, where nothing has been tested yet, whereas a theory is a hypothesis that has been tested over and over, numerous times, with the same results.

What are some characteristics for inference?

Inference:

  • The act or process of inferring by deduction or induction.
  • That which is inferred; a truth or proposition drawn from another which is admitted or supposed to be true; a conclusion; a deduction.

How long has the scientific method been used?

The Scientific Method is a method made by science

Can the physical laws that establish how things work be investigated by the scientific method?

The scientific method can be used to provide a proof. In most cases, it cannot be disproven.

This answer makes a little sense as presented, but it's neither complete nor correct. It's generally accepted by researchers today that NOTHING can be scientifically proven to be correct. One can offer support to an hypothesis, and when a vast quantity of evidence gathered seems to do support the hypothesis, it may graduate to the level of a THEORY. That's about as close to ''proof'' as we can get. This means that stating some scientific contention is a theory is a very strong statement indeed. It means essentially that everyone in the scientific community accepts it as correct. That still doesn't mean it is correct...it simply means that all known evidence accumulated to date has demonstrated that it is.

The reason for this apparent waffling is that results that may or may not support a given hypothesis are mutable. The development of new instruments or ideas can alter results and conclusions. Over the years, this has happened many times.

There are many who believe that while science can never prove an hypothesis is right, it can be proven to be wrong. I would argue that while the idea may sometimes seem to be absolutely wrong, time and breakthrough instrumentation could alter that evidence also.

What would your hypothesis be for growing mold for a science experiment?

This depends very much on the conditions the mold was grown under. For instance, if we are comparing how mold grows in light versus how mold grows in the dark, our null hypothesis may be 'Mold grows more rapidly in light than in the dark'. An essential factor to consider when setting a hypothesis is to ensure that it is testable (i.e. we are able to test the validity of the hypothesis and choose to accept/refute it). Hence, a statement such as 'Mold grows better in light than in the dark' is not testable (and would thus not qualify as a hypothesis), since there is no scientific definition of what is being implied by the term 'better'.

How do you use the pullout method correctly?

Guy withdraws nowhere near his orgasm and has urinated beforehand.Pre-ejaculation can come any time though and he will not feel it. It works as lubrication and it does contain sperm.

Burning splint test for hydrogen gas?

hydrogen gas is H2

When H2 reacts with oxygen and fire (energy)

It is combustion

H2+ 02= 2(H20)

Which is water. In that state it is water vapor.

A popping noise is also made. That is water vapor racing out.

The burning splint tests, basically, is when an individual lights a splint. On lighting this splint, it should be placed near a bottle containing hydrogen gas [ H2 ]. On carrying out this action, the glowing splint may increase in size, regarding the size of the flame, that is. The Hydrogen gas, on the other hand, will make a popping sound. The intensity of the 'pop' will depend on the amount of Hydrogen gas collected in the bottle. Take care to ensure that no Hydrogen gas escapes, or is released from the bottle, until the splint is placed, at least 2 inches away from the opening of the bottle.

How many scientific methods are there?

Tools can range from instrument of measurement like thermocouple, equipment like test tube or even a hammer for geologist, complex construction like the hardron collider to the use of knowledge like matrix operation as tools for mathematician. Tools can be invented per task of study,it is unlikely number of tools can be countable.

How does the scientific method contribute to scientific integrity?

Though its rigorous 'rules' regarding what falls under good science, read 'science with integrity.' Namely, this is through a strong sense of empiricism via a focus on provable claims, repeatable tests, and a strong peer review system.

'Provable claims' disallows a science based on mythology, allowing only 'scientific' type ideas to enter the realm of 'good science' (this is hard to fully pin down as there may be many instances of good science that did not start with provable claims, none the less, it is considered important to have such).

'Repeatable tests' and 'peer review' ensures science is not built on false data. First, the scientist repeats their experiments until the data is strongly conclusive. Second, they send their data off to be reviewed by experts who will do their best to poke holes in it.

It is by this way that science moves from claim to test to review to theory in such a way that 'bad' science rarely finds a foothold.

Is sublimation of iodine reversible or irreversible?

it is a physical change , sublimation is a transition of a substance from the solid phase to the gas phase without passing through an intermediate liquid phase. the iodine crystals when subject to heat turns to a violet gas , and when it cools it turns back to solid form. the composition doesn't change so it n is only a physical change

Describe the steps of the scientific method?

It is O.H.P.E.C., and it stands for Observation-Hypothesis-Prediction-Experiment,and Conclusion.

  • Observation- stands for Observing or looking at something.
  • Hypothesis-stands for thinking of what could happen in your brain.
  • Prediction- stands for Predicting or thinking of what could happen.
  • Experiment- stands for when you test what you where thinking or what you thought will happen.
  • Conclusion- is when you get the answer of what you thought or you could also know if you are right or wrong.

What two traits must a viable hypothesis have?

Among other things, it must be based on reliable data and repeatable experimental results.