SL 2 Scientific Method
SL 2 Scientific Method
INVESTIGATION
Effect of Sunlight on the Growth of Seed
Name: Rating:
Grade and Section: Date:
HYPOTHESIS: Research the effect of sunlight on seed growth. Then formulate your
hypothesis using the proper format – “if …., then …. because …”
because _____________________________________________
VARIABLES:
What is the independent variable that you are testing?
___________________________________.
What is the dependent variable in your experiment?
_____________________________________
D. Procedure:
1. Label the pots. Put soil in each pot.
2. Put 3 seeds on the surface of each pot. Cover with some soil.
3. Water the pots with an equal amount of water.
4. Place pot A under direct sunlight and pot B in a shaded area.
5. Water them every day for ten days. Measure the height of the seeds in each
pot every day.
6. Record your results in the table provided
What does your experiment setup look like? Paste the picture.
Set up A Set up B
Height (cm)
A ( with sunlight)
B ( without
sunlight)
B. Use the data that you have collected to create an appropriate graph. Used colored pencils
for each setup. Include an appropriate title, and labels, including units.
Conclusion:
Do the results of your experiment support your hypothesis? Based on the results
what can you conclude?
SCORING RUBRIC:
The experiment shall be rated based on the criteria below:
5 – Excellent; 4 – Very Good; 3 – Good; 2 – Poor; 1- Very Poor
CRITERIA RATING
1. Data is accurately and precisely presented.
2. Answers to the questions are relevant and accurate.
3. Analysis shows an in-depth understanding of the principle/theory and/or concept.
4. Conclusion is comprehensive and related to the objective/s stated.
5. Experiment paper is neatly submitted.
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