Variables and Constants

Master science experiment vocabulary: variables & constants!

Match the following vocabulary words with the correct definition. Variable A factor that can change in an experiment Constant something that stays the same uncontrolled experiment An experiment in which many variables are manipulated at a time such as working with the human body Independent Variable a variable whose variation does not depend on that of another. Dependent Variable a variable whose value depends on that of another variable Controlled Experiment a scientific test that is directly manipulated by a scientist, in order to test a single variable at a time.