Scientific Method
By Melissa Kelly, About.com
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Observe a Phenomenon
The first step in the scientific method is to observe a phenomenon that you'd like to explain. Example: When I eat candy, especially chocolate, I break out.
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- Observe a Phenomenon
- Formulate a Question
- Create a Hypothesis
- Test the Hypothesis
- Formulate the Conclusion
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