FAC#1 Scientific and Engineering Practices

the factors in an experiment that remain the same

the part of an experiment that contains the same factors as the experimental group, but the independent variable is not changed

the factor measured or observed during an experiment

a possible explanation for an observation that can be tested by scientific investigations

the factor that is changed by the investigator to observe how it affects a dependent variable

a logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience

a representation of a phenomenon, a system, a process, or a solution to an engineering problem that helps people visualize or understand the concept

the act of using one or more of your senses to gather information and take note of what occurs

a rule that describes a pattern in nature

an explanation of observations or events based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations

a problem-solving technique that involves individuals contributing ideas without the fear of being criticized

limitations put on the design of a solution

a process of comparing the predicted benefits and costs of a solution

the requirements or specifications for a solution to be successful

the application of science and mathematics to solve problems