Bell Work 8/23/2017 Get your comp. book and add Scientific Method Flow Chart on page 6 and Bubbles Lab on page 7!

The Scientific Method

Observe & Ask a Question The observation leads to a question. # 1: Observe & Ask a Question The first thing you do during an investigation is make a careful OBSERVATION. The observation leads to a question. ?

#2: Gather Information This is where you do some research. Gather information and prior knowledge.

#3: Form a Hypothesis A HYPOTHESIS is an educated guess. Written as an “If, then” statement

A good experiment just tests one thing at a time. #4: Test/Experiment A good experiment just tests one thing at a time.

Analyze the Results and Write a Conclusion #5: Analyze the Results and Write a Conclusion Organize all the data in a chart/graph so you can easily compare the results. Put your data into sentences and state if your hypothesis was right or wrong.

Others can give suggestions Experiment can be copied #6: Communicate Results Share the outcome of your experiment. Others can give suggestions Experiment can be copied Test can be improved Save money and research time Make sure results are accurate

Soap Bubble Lab Follow all directions. GLUE your lab sheet onto page 7 in your comp. book! Complete 3 trials using Soap A(BLUE) and Soap B(CLEAR). Grab a paper towel and wipe down the lab table. Be sure to push in lab stools and then have a seat!

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