Scientific Method 5th Grade Vocabulary

Question/Purpose

This is the first step of the scientific method. It is the reason for the experiment and what you want to find out.

Hypothesis

This is the second step of the scientific method. It is your prediction or educated guess based on background knowledge. It is what you think will happen in the experiment. It is often formulated using an if-then statement, allowing for a testable prediction.

Procedure/Step by Step Experiment

This is the fourth step of the scientific method, where you outline the specific steps to carry out the experiment. It includes detailed instructions.

Data/Results

This is the fifth step of the scientific method, where you collect and analyze the information gathered during the experiment. It involves recording observations and measurements.

Conclusion

This is the final step of the scientific method. It compares your hypothesis (what you thought would happen), with the results (what actually happened) in the experiment. This is where you record whether your hypothesis was correct, incorrect, or somewhat correct.

Materials

This is the third step of the scientific method, where you list all the items and substances needed to conduct the experiment. It ensures that you have everything ready before starting the procedure.