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Scientific Method Steps
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Scientific Method Steps
🔬 Part 1: Understanding the Scientific Method
1. Put the steps of the scientific method in the correct order by numbering them 1-6:
____ Test with an experiment
____ Draw a conclusion
____ Ask a question
____ Observe and record data
____ Do background research
____ Construct a hypothesis (prediction)
2. What is a hypothesis?
A proven fact
A prediction that can be tested
The final answer to an experiment
A type of equipment
3. Circle the good scientific questions:
Does salt water freeze faster than fresh water?
What is the best colour?
Which paper aeroplane design flies the farthest?
How does temperature affect plant growth?
🧪 Part 2: Planning Your Experiment
4. Choose ONE experiment to focus on:
Salt water vs fresh water freezing
Paper aeroplane flight distance
5. Write your scientific question for the experiment you chose:
6. What do you think will happen? Write your hypothesis (prediction):
I think that _________________________________ because _________________________________
7. List the materials you will need for your experiment:
8. What will you measure or observe during your experiment?
📊 Part 3: Recording and Concluding
9. Record your experimental results in the space below:
10. Was your hypothesis correct? Explain using evidence from your experiment:
11. What conclusion can you draw from your experiment?
12. Draw a picture showing one step of the scientific method:
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