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Biology and YouSection 2 Section 2: Scientific Methods Preview Bellringer Key Ideas Beginning a Scientific Investigation Scientific Experiments Scientific Theories Summary

Biology and YouSection 2 Bellringer Imagine that all of the birds around the school are dying. How might you investigate the problem? Write a brief description of your investigation. Which stages of a scientific investigation are represented in your answer?

Biology and YouSection 2 Key Ideas How do scientific investigations begin? What are two methods scientists can use to test hypotheses? What is the difference between a theory and a hypothesis?

Biology and YouSection 2 Beginning a Scientific Investigation Most scientific investigations begin with observations that lead to questions. Observation is the act of noting or perceiving objects or events using the senses. To answer a question, scientists first formulate a hypothesis that leads to scientific investigation. A hypothesis is a possible explanation that can be tested by observation or experimentation.

Biology and YouSection 2 Visual Concept: Hypothesis

Biology and YouSection 2 Scientific Experiments An experiment is a procedure that is carried out under controlled conditions to test a hypothesis. A controlled experiment tests one factor at a time and uses a control group and an experimental group. A control group is a group that serves as a standard for comparison in an experiment. The experimental groups are identical to the control group except for one factor, called a variable.

Biology and YouSection 2 Scientific Experiments, continued The single factor that scientists change in an experiment is called the independent variable. Factors that may change in response to the independent variable are called dependent variables. Scientists analyze changes to the dependent variables in order to understand how the independent variable affects the system that they are studying.

Biology and YouSection 2 Visual Concept: Controlled Experiment and Variable

Biology and YouSection 2 Visual Concept: Independent and Dependent Variables

Biology and YouSection 2 Scientific Experiments, continued There are often cases in which experiments are not possible or not ethical. In these cases, researchers perform studies. In a study, researchers gather data about a system by making observations rather than by manipulating independent variables.

Biology and YouSection 2 Scientific Experiments, continued After conducting an experiment, researchers analyze their results to learn whether the results support their hypothesis or not. Scientists draw conclusions that explain the results of their experiments. Scientists verify their conclusions by conducting their experiments many times and by checking to see if other scientists have found similar results.

Biology and YouSection 2 Visual Concept: Scientific Method

Biology and YouSection 2 Scientific Experiments, continued Every person has his or her own point of view. A particular point of view is called a bias. Scientists try to prevent bias from affecting their work, but bias can still influence an experiment. Sources of funding, personal involvement in a product, and other conflicts of interest can affect an experiment. It is wise to view all scientific claims in their context and think critically about them.

Biology and YouSection 2 Scientific Theories In science, a theory is a system of ideas that explains many related observations and is supported by a large body of evidence. The main difference between a theory and a hypothesis is that a hypothesis is a specific, testable prediction for a limited set of conditions and a theory is a general explanation for a broad range of data. Constructing a theory often involves considering contrasting ideas and conflicting hypotheses.

Biology and YouSection 2 Scientific Theories, continued If the results of a scientific experiment can be reproduced many times, the research may help develop a new theory. Future research may cause a theory to be revised or even rejected. By investigating and challenging theories, scientific understanding grows.

Biology and YouSection 2 Summary Most scientific investigations begin with observations that lead to questions. Scientists can conduct controlled experiments and perform studies in order to test a hypothesis. The main difference between a theory and a hypothesis is that a hypothesis is a specific, testable prediction for a limited set of conditions, while a theory is a general explanation for a broad range of data.