1. Scientific Method Observation/Research/Problem Hypothesis
Experimentation
Collection of data
Analysis and conclusion
Repeat

2. Problem: Always the toughest part!!
Written in the form of a question.
All research will be focused on finding an answer to the question.
The Answer to the problem should have only one answer, for example,
Yes/No
Greater/Lesser

3. Hypothesis Written as an “IF…… THEN…” statement. For example:
If plants are denied light for two months than they will die.
If: the action of the experiment
Then: the results of the experiment

4. Experimentation: The experiment must be a controlled experiment.
-Control group (Compare results to)
-At least one experimental group (contains the experimental variable)
There should be at least 10 subjects in each group or it should be repeated on one subject 10 times.

5. DATA: Rough/Raw: Smooth: Analyzed:
This is disorganized lists, sketches…
Smooth:
Data for each group is displayed separately in graphs and tables
Analyzed:
Graphs and tables that compare your experimental group with your control group

6. Analysis and Conclusion
These are often found together.
Conclusion:
Based on experimental results
the hypothesis is accepted/rejected.
Analysis:
Brief discussion of results and why they lead you to accept or reject the hypothesis