Peer Review in Science (Part 4)

What You'll Learn

Peer review is how scientists check each other's work. Before research is published, other experts evaluate the methods, data, and conclusions to ensure they are valid.

Key Words

constraint
criteria
test

Materials Needed

pennies
plastic wrap
cardboard

Safety First

Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.
Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: Peer review is how scientists check each other's work. Before research is published, other experts evaluate the methods, data, and conclusions to ensure they are valid.

Step 2 — Do

Gather your materials and set up your workspace.

Step 3 — Observe

Use your senses (except taste) to describe what you notice.

Step 4 — Record

Write a summary of your findings in 3-5 sentences.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is a prototype?