1. Chapter 1 Introduction to Chemistry 1.3 Thinking Like a Scientist
1.1 The Scope of Chemistry
1.2 Chemistry and You
1.3 Thinking Like a Scientist
1.4 Problem Solving in Chemistry
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2. Write down what you know about the scientific method.
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Write down what you know about the scientific method.
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3. Observation Hypothesis Experiment Conclusion/Theory
The Scientific Method
Scientific method: a logical, systematic approach to the solution of a scientific problem.
Observation
Hypothesis
Experiment
Conclusion/Theory
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4. Hypothesis: proposed explanation for an observation.
Glossary Terms
Observation: information obtained through the senses. Observation may lead to a question.
Hypothesis: proposed explanation for an observation.
Experiment: repeatable procedure that is used to test a hypothesis
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5. Glossary Terms
independent variable: variable that is changed during an experiment; also called manipulated variable
dependent variable: variable that is observed during an experiment; also called responding variable
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6. theory: a well-tested explanation for a broad set of observations
Glossary Terms
theory: a well-tested explanation for a broad set of observations
scientific law: a concise statement that summarizes the results of many observations and experiments
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7. http://www.discovery.com/tv-shows/mythbusters/videos/diet-coke-and-mentos-minimyth/ END OF 1.3
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