1. SCIENTIFIC METHOD

2. What is the scientific method?
The scientific method is a _________________ used to solve a problem
_____________ uses it, not just scientists

3. Hypothesis or Theory? Hypothesis- Possible _____________ to a question
A hypothesis that has a lot of ______________ to support it.
_______________ people accept it
Not a __________________, may change if new evidence is found.
Example: dinosaur theory

4. Scientists DO NOT prove things
Don’t use the word “_____________”
-Scientists gather evidence to _________________ their hypothesis
Sometimes scientists solve problems ____________________ while working on another problem.
Ex: Alexander Fleming
Penicillium mold; 1928
-Contaminated bacteria culture
-Clear rings due to antibiotic

5. The 7 Steps of the Scientific Method
Example:
I have a lot of clothes
What should I wear?
If I wear a sleeveless shirt, then I will be more comfortable.
Wear a sleeveless shirt
(In my mind)
I am more comfortable. I accept my hypothesis
To myself
Step
O___________
Q______________
H______________
T_______________ R_______________
Form C________________
R_______________