scientific inquiry powerpoint
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Mrs. Haywood
Explain the goal of science. Define hypothesis. Explain how a hypothesis is tested. List the steps of scientific inquiry. Identify terms associated with an
experiment. Explain how a theory develops.
Science observation
data inference hypothesis
It is organized It uses evidence to
learn about nature
To investigate To understand To explain
Using a method called
Scientific Inquiry
State the problem by posing a question.
Make observations. Form hypothesis. Design an experiment. Collect, record, and analyze data.
Draw conclusions.
Do Do heavier heavier objects objects
fall faster fall faster than than
lighter lighter objects?objects?
With your shoulder buddy, look at the objects at your desk.
Write down observations about your objects.
Which object do you think will hit the ground first?
Why? With your shoulder buddy, write
down your hypothesis (your prediction that will answer the scientific question)
Hold both of the objects at the same height.
Release the objects at the same time. Let your shoulder buddy try.
With your shoulder buddy, write down data you collected from your experiement.
Examine, or analyze, your data with your partner.
Was your hypothesis correct? Why or why not? Do heavier items fall faster than
lighter items?
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