The Scientific Method (Part 3)

What You'll Learn

The scientific method is a systematic approach to investigating questions. It involves making observations, forming hypotheses, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and drawing conclusions.

Key Words

hypothesis
variable
experiment

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read about Engineering and Design and write down three key facts.

Step 2 — Do

Design and build a bridge from newspaper and tape that can hold a textbook. Test it and redesign to make it stronger.

Step 3 — Observe

Observe what happens and describe it in detail.

Step 4 — Record

Record your observations in your science journal with measurements and descriptions.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is a scientific model?