Scientists study life by employing the scientific method, which begins with observations that prompt questions and hypotheses. Testing these hypotheses requires formulating an experimental plan that includes variables and controls. The document encourages investigators to detail their observations, hypotheses, and experimental plans for studying specific plants or animals.

1. How do Scientists Study Life? A scientific method is an essential tool of scientific inquiry. This
method starts with an observation, leading to a question and, eventually a hypothesis. To test the
hypothesis, one must construct an experimental plan with variables and controls. Imagine you
are an investigator studying plants or animals in a specific field, List your observation,
hypothesis, and experimental plan, and be as specific as possible.