This laboratory explains what the scientific method entails. Students learn
how science is used in the study of environmental issues and examine real
examples of how the scientific method can be applied to a problem. The
exercises explore the Lake Washington ecosystem as environmental
detectives.
Topics covered in this lab include:
- Introduction to environmental science
- How do scientists study the environment?
- Measurement error
- Inferring causes
- Inferring general patterns
- Science and human behavior
Technical requirements for all Environmental Science Interactive labs.
Purchase of this laboratory entitles you to full
access to the materials for six months from the
purchase date.