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1. Considering controlled experiments.
a. A variable is an element that changes. Why is sweeteneer S called the experimental variable in the experiment?

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b. With reference to Figure 1.10, explain this definition: A control group goes through all the steps of an experiment except the one being tested.

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c. Why is bladder cancer the dependent variable in the described experiment?

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d. Does the experiment have elements that are constant and not variable? What are they?

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e. What is the value of including a control group in an experiment?

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2. Considering the scientific process:
a. Scientific hypotheses must be falsibiable. Why is the hypothesis "Every human being has a guardian angel" not falsifiable?

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b. Why is the hypothesis "Biotin is required for good health" falsifiable?

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c. In what way are religious beliefs different from scientific beliefs?

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