The Scientific Method

The Scientific Method What is the scientific method and why do scientists use it?

There are two types of questions: Observation Will my plant grow bigger if I water it with coffee? Which will help a person lose weight quicker Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice? Will I do better on my test by sleeping with my science book under my pillow?

Explanation Why do sharks eat seals? How far away is the nearest planet? Why do some people have one brown eye and one blue eye?

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