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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.
4,392 Questions
Does science develop without testing a hypothesis?
No, science does not advance without testing hypotheses.
What is a hypothesis referring to science?
A hypothesis can be defined as a reasonable guess concerning the nature of some unexplained phenomenon.
What piston cooling method involves alignment using a clear perspex template?
The method that involves aligning pistons using a clear perspex template is known as "glass checking." The clear template allows for visual confirmation that the piston rings are properly aligned with the cylinder bore, ensuring optimal performance and durability of the engine.
Is a prism transparent translucent or opaque?
A prism is transparent because it allows light to pass through and it is clear, so objects can be seen clearly through it.
What is the difference between the scientific and the non scientific method?
The scientific method requires precise observation and reasoning, and intellectual discipline, and honesty. The non scientific method is something you make up to suit yourself, and therefore, it could be anything you choose.
What is the 6 steps of scientific experimentation?
Purpose
Hypothesis
Materials
Method/Procedure
Observation/Results
Conclusion
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What recovery method usually involves and evasion effort and is dependent on the IP's condition?
Unassisted
Is defining a problem part of the scientific method?
No, you do not need to define a problem. The steps of the scientific method are:
1. Having a Question
For example, "Does water boil at different temperatures depending on air pressure?"
2. Coming up with a Hypothesis
A hypothesis is your best guess as to the answer of the question. In this example, it could be, "Water will boil at a lower temperature if air pressure is lower."
3. Performing an Experiment
In this case, you would try testing the temperature of boiling water at two different air pressure levels, and record your observations.
4. The Conclusion
This is when you determine whether your hypothesis is correct or incorrect. In this case, your hypothesis would have been correct. Water does boil at a lower temperature when air pressure is lower.
Answer 2
Interesting question here are some initial thoughts. If you think of a typical scientific observation like at what temperature does water boil, and then note that this varies depending on how much atmospheric pressure is on it, what constitutes a problem? The problem might be how to measure it or to understand the mechanism whereby the pressure affects the temperature. But strictly speaking there are no problems as such, a problem is constituted in relationship to a desired outcome. So I have a problem only if I want something. Nothing in the inanimate world wants anything, so a scientific problem is artificial. I desire a solution to understanding some physical process therefore I observe it measure it and study it and the process of studying it will throw up problems.
What other process of scientific method to answer questions?
The scientific method is used to explain an observation. For example, the sun revolves around the earth. (This has been proven not to be true, but at one time was said to be true).
These are the steps in this method:
1. hypothesis (The sun revolves around the earth)
2. experimentation (Use of the telescope and other instruments to prove that this is true)
3. refine idea (data says this is not true, but that the earth revolves around the Sun)
4. more experimentation (collect more data to double check)
5.final statement (the Sun does NOT revolve around the earth)
Is communicating the results a step of the scientific method?
Formally for a theory answer, no.
In practice, yes. A very important part of the process of science requires that other researchers test new theories of others, which requires that it be communicated.
When is your scientific hypothesis important?
The importance of a hypothesis is measured by its explanatory power. If you have a valid explanation for some previously mysterious or unknown phenomenon, and if your explanation can be experimentally verified, then that is important.
What happens if a scientists observations do not match the scientific theory?
If observations don't match the theory, then either the theory or the experiment is wrong. Maybe a measuring device isn't sensitive or accurate enough. If the experiment is right, but results doesn't match theory, then it's time to come up with a new theoru that matches the experiment's results.
What are the variables used in an science fair project?
A well designed science fair project should have one independent variable, one dependent variable, and lots of factors that are held constant as you repeat the experiment several times to verify your results.
When are hypothesis supported in science?
Hypothesis are theories which are yet to be proven. They are proven when they are proved to be true as in experiments.
What are the proper components of the scientific methods?
Observation, Research, Hypothesis, Experiment, Conclusion, and Communication
What should you do if your hypothesis is wrong?
Formulate a new hypothesis, taking into account the data from your experiment.
What are the first three steps to the scientific method?
1) Ask and define the question.
2) Gather information and resources through observation.
3) Form a hypothesis.
What are 4 main parts of the scientific method?
observation,hypothesis, experiment, and thesis/conclusion
