Biology·Scientific processes · NSSCO 1.2.1

Working like a scientist

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How scientists find real answers — observing carefully, making a testable hypothesis, running a fair test with the right variables, and drawing a conclusion you can trust.

What you'll learn in this lesson

By the end you should be able to (NSSCO Biology 1.2.1):

  • Make observations accurately, use appropriate techniques and handle apparatus and materials competently and safely.
  • Distinguish between independent, dependent and constant (controlled) variables.
  • State the hypothesis or aim of an investigation in relation to the independent and dependent variables.
  • Understand why a fair test repeats readings to make results reliable, and draw a conclusion in relation to the hypothesis.
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Working like a scientist · NSSCO Biology · namstudy