information the effect that occurs due to the independent variable process used to test a hypothesis Identical to the control group except it CONTAINS the independent variable which is being tested for a testable statement variable that is tested in a controlled experiment conclusion made on the basis of facts rather than direct observations shows relationships, supported by data using your senses to perceive the world around you statement made in advance that states what you think will occur

1. data

information

2. dependent variable

the effect that occurs due to the independent variable

3. experiment

process used to test a hypothesis

4. experimental group

Identical to the control group except it CONTAINS the independent variable which is being tested for

5. hypothesis

a testable statement

6. independent variable

variable that is tested in a controlled experiment

7. inference

conclusion made on the basis of facts rather than direct observations

8. model

shows relationships, supported by data

9. observation

using your senses to perceive the world around you

10. prediction

statement made in advance that states what you think will occur