Forming a Hypothesis (Part 4)

What You'll Learn

A hypothesis is a testable prediction about what will happen in an experiment. A good hypothesis is specific and based on prior knowledge or observations.

Key Words

variable
control
data

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: A hypothesis is a testable prediction about what will happen in an experiment. A good hypothesis is specific and based on prior knowledge or observations.

Step 2 — Do

Build your model using the materials provided.

Step 3 — Observe

Use your senses (except taste) to describe what you notice.

Step 4 — Record

Write a summary of your findings in 3-5 sentences.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is the dependent variable?