independent variable
The experimental factor that is manipulated; the variable whose effect is being studied.
dependent variable
The outcome factor; the variable that may change in response to manipulations of the independent variable.
controlled variable
Factor in an experiment that a scientist purposely keeps the same
control group
In an experiment, the group that is not exposed to the treatment; contrasts with the experimental group and serves as a comparison for evaluating the effect of the treatment.
experimental group
In an experiment, the group that is exposed to the treatment, that is, to one version of the independent variable.
Quantitive data
numerical data
qualitative data
Information describing color, odor, shape, or some other physical characteristic
analysis
A detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.
Evolution
The gradual change in a species over time
Reproduction
Ability to generate offspring
Metabolism
the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
Interdependence/ response to a stimulus
Mutual dependence between things
Heredity/DNA
all life inherits information through DNA which allows them to function
Homeostasis
relatively constant internal physical and chemical conditions that organisms maintain
Growth
The process of becoming larger
Development
improvement in human well-being through economic advancement
Cells
The basic unit of structure and function in all living things