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An experiment is a scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact. Experiments provide insight into cause-and-effect by demonstrating what occurs when a specific factor is manipulated. The scientific method, a systematic approach to research, guides experimentation. It entails identifying a problem, formulating a hypothesis, designing an experiment, collecting data, analyzing results, and drawing conclusions.
Experiments involve controlled conditions, where variables are manipulated to observe their effects. Independent variables are manipulated by the experimenter, while dependent variables are the outcomes measured. Control groups, which receive no experimental treatment, serve as a baseline for comparison. By controlling other variables and isolating the effects of the independent variable, experiments establish cause-and-effect relationships.
Experiments can be qualitative, yielding descriptive data, or quantitative, producing numerical data. Observational studies, where researchers observe phenomena without manipulating variables, can provide preliminary data but lack the control and precision of experiments. In contrast, controlled experiments allow for precise manipulation and measurement, enhancing the reliability and validity of results.
Experiments play a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge. They test hypotheses, validate theories, and provide empirical evidence for scientific claims. By carefully designing and executing experiments, researchers can uncover the mechanisms underlying natural phenomena, develop new technologies, and improve our understanding of the world around us.
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