Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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Chapter 1, Problem 11QAP
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
We need to draw a flowchart of the steps involved in scientific method, and define each step.
Concept Introduction:
There are certain steps involved in the scientific method. The steps are as mentioned below:
Observation, Hypotheses, Experiment, Draw Conclusion, Record and Analyse the Result.
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