key term - Scientific Method

Definition

The scientific method is a systematic procedure that researchers use to conduct experiments. It involves observing, forming questions, making predictions, doing experiments, and developing theories.

Related terms

Hypothesis:

A testable prediction about the outcome of research. Like guessing who will win in a football match before it starts.

Variable: Any factor that can be controlled, changed, or measured in an experiment. Like adjusting the oven temperature when baking a cake.

Theory:

A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world based on empirical evidence. Like understanding why cakes rise when baked due to chemical reactions between ingredients.