Scientific Method Experiment

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WHAT IS REQUIRED (Each section worth a total of 5 points for a total of 40 points)

Cover Page

This should include the title of the lab, your name, due date, and course title. This should be centered on the page.

Introduction/

Abstract

This section should include any background information. What is being investigated, the purpose, and general information about the process along with any expected results.

Methods/

Materials

The area should include what materials were utilized to perform the lab. Be thorough in description of all items used without being overly detailed. This is not a set of instructions, however, the description you provide here should be able to be followed and conducted by the reader.

Results

This should be the most thorough and abundant part of your lab report. Here you will explain the observations you made during your lab. This can come from notes gathered and additional resources utilized during the lab. This is the area where you will include graphs and tables to support your results. Be sure to explain any graphs and tables that you include as well. You will want to be sure to organize and explain everything as you go so that the reader can follow you successfully.

Discussion/

Conclusion

This area should be utilized to discuss any data in detail. You should explain any abnormalities may arise and also predict additional outcomes under varied conditions. You could also propose other ways the lab could have been carried out. Finally, you will use this area to wrap up the report.

Literature Cited

The lab itself along with any external sites utilized to complete this report should be referenced here. There is not a set number of citations required, however you want to be sure to avoid plagiarism of any material you use in your report. See the link below for proper citation methods.

Appearance/

Organization

The lab should be organized with the aforementioned sections. It should also be typed in 12 point font with 1 inch margins, double spaced and in Times New Roman format.

Spelling, Punctuation, & Grammar

You want the reader to be able to clearly understand what you are explaining. To do you want to reduce your grammar errors. You want to maintain two or fewer errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Please be sure to also properly format any scientific names.

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