The Steps of the Scientific Method

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Malaria
Scientific Method
Unifying Themes
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1.  State the Problem (based on observations)

2.  Hypothesis
              (If: Then statement)(Shows cause and effect relationships)

3.  Experimental Design 
(list of materials, method, determine control and experimental groups)

4.  Collect Data (data tables)

5.  Analyze Data (graphs any explanation of graphs)

6.  Conclusion
(referring back to the hypothesis, does the data support hypothesis)