Plop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz: A Scientific Method Investigation
Laboratory Objectives: Upon completion of this laboratory, students will be able to:
- Formulate a hypothesis that can be tested empirically, i.e., based on observation
- Explain independent, dependent, and controlled variables and how to apply them in designing an experiment.
- Apply key principles of the scientific method in designing an experiment to answer a question.
- Analyze data generated by the experiment to determine whether it supports or refutes the hypothesis
1. Open the Plop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz: A Scientific Method Investigation Lab(opens in a new tab) and follow directions carefully. Be sure to read the lab in its entirety and have all supplies and equipment ready prior to beginning the activities. This lab is part of the biopack that was shipped to your home. Not all supplies are included in the pack, so be certain you have all materials necessary, as outlined in the lab prior to starting. Use the following videos to help in your lab set up:
- Plop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz Introduction(opens in a new tab)
- Plop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz Lab Preparation(opens in a new tab)
2. Fill out the Plop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz: A Scientific Method Introduction Lab Worksheet(opens in a new tab) as you complete the lab. You are required to attached this completed file into your Scientific Method Investigation Quiz as part of your grade. Use the Carolina Introduction to Graphing(opens in a new tab) materials for the graphs required on the worksheet.
3. Complete the Scientific Method Investigation Quiz. All lab quizzes are linked in lab folders and on the Quizzes and Exams link on the course menu.