Scientific Method Word Search

Words in the Scientific Method word search

Every word used across the three levels, with a quick note on what it means.

question

The thing you wonder about that starts an investigation.

observe

To watch closely and notice details using your senses.

test

To try something out and see what actually happens.

data

The facts and measurements you collect during a test.

record

To write down what happens so nothing gets forgotten.

measure

To find size, amount or time using a tool.

result

What the experiment showed once it was finished.

predict

To say what you expect before the test begins.

experiment

A careful test designed to answer one clear question.

hypothesis

A testable explanation you can support or rule out.

conclusion

A statement about what the data showed in the end.

variable

Anything in an experiment that can change or be changed.

control

The setup left unchanged so you can compare results.

evidence

Data that supports or weakens an explanation.

graph

A drawing that shows patterns in numbers clearly.

analyze

To look for patterns and meaning in your data.

procedure

The written steps someone else could follow exactly.

sample

The part of a group you actually study or measure.

theory

A well tested explanation backed by a lot of evidence.

repeat

To run a test again and check the result.

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