Scientific method

Scientific method

1. The scientific method is a cyclical process with multiple stages that scientists use to learn about the world around them

2. Stages

   • 2. Hypothesis
     • Scientists try to explain what they observed and make a prediction
   • 1. Observation
     • Scientists make observations and ask questions
   • 4. Analysis of results
     • See if the results prove or disprove the hypothesis
   • 3. Experimentation
     • Scientists conduct carefully controlled experiments to see if their hypothesis is correct

3. Outcomes

   • The results disprove the hypothesis and the process must start again
   • The results support the hypothesis and the hypothesis becomes a scientific law