The Scientific Method
The Scientific Method is the logical process for deducing the “How?” ”What?” and ”Why?” of anything and everything.- The Steps:
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Make Observations - → Observe and collect data. What do you already know? What do you have to work with?
Propose a Possible Solution - → Form a
Hypothesis: A verifiableIf/Then statement. What do you think could be the cause of what you've observed?EXAMPLE: If the apple falls towards the earth, then it is due to some force acting on the apple. - → Form a
Perform an Experiment - → Devise and perform an experiment to collect experimental data. What could possibly prove or disprove your hypothesis?
Make a Conclusion AND/OR Repeat the Process! - → Is your hypothesis correct? Was it disproven? Why?
- → If your hypothesis was disproven, never be afraid to take a few more observations and test a new hypothesis! Science is all about trial and error (and discovery)!
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