Homework # 2

Homework

Name _________________________________________________ Due 9/15/09

1- The analysis of data gathered during a particular experiment is necessary in order to

(1) formulate a hypothesis for that experiment (2) develop a research plan for that experiment
(3) design a control for that experiment (4) draw a valid conclusion for that experiment

2- Plants respond to their environment in many different ways. Design a
controlled experiment to test the effect of one environmental factor (such
as light, acidity of precipitation,
etc.) on some aspect of plant growth. In your experimental design be
sure to:
• state the hypothesis

• list the steps of the procedure

• identify the control setup for the experiment

• include an appropriate data table with column headings for the collection of data

• identify the independent variable in the experiment

Identify the dependent variable