7. 7 steps to experimental design: 1. Identify the problem or question
2. Predict a solution to the problem or an answer to the question
3. Design an experiment to test your hypothesis
4. Carry out the experiment
5. Analyze the data and observations
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6. State the conclusion
7. Complete a summary paragraph
8. Independent variable: Variable that is varied or manipulated by the researcher.
9. Dependent variable: Measurable effect, outcome, or response in which theresearch is
interested. results vary based on the independent variable.
10. Biomedical Science: The application of the principles of the natural sciences,especially
biology and physiology, to clinical medicine.
11. Control Group: The group in an experiment that serves as a comparisonagainst the
experimental group where the independent variable is applied.
12. Experiment: A research study conducted to determine the effect that one vari-able has
upon another variable.
13. Forensic Science: The application of scientific knowledge to questions of civiland criminal
law.
14. Hypothesis: Clear prediction of the anticipated results of an experiment.
15. Negative Control: Control group where conditions produce a negative outcome.
16. Personal Protective Equipment: Specialized clothing or equipment, worn byan employee
for protection against infectious materials (as defined by OSHA).
17. Positive Control: Group expected to have a positve result, allowing the re-searcher to
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