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**The following titles and subtitles should be used for your lab report and given in this order within your lab
report.
I. DESIGN (D)
Purpose(ASPECT 1)
Provide a focused, unambiguous research problem/question.
Include the factors being studied.
Hypothesis
Make a single-sentence prediction of the outcome of the experiment.
Explain the rationale for your prediction.
Refrain from making personal references. (i.e. No I think/believe)
Be sure to address your hypothesis in the Conclusion section of your write-up.
Variables
Provide a chart or list identifying the independent, dependent, & controlled variables.
ASPECTS 2 AND 3:
Setup
Provide a list of all the materials/apparatus used in the experiment.
Describe experimental setup. (Labeled diagrams and/or photographs are encouraged.)
ASPECT 2: Describe steps taken to manage variables, especially the controlled variables.
Procedure
Describe in a series of numbered statements the steps that were taken during the experiment. Mention any
adjustments made.
Make clear what is being measured (include units).
Procedure should be sufficiently clear so that anyone can repeat the experiment and get the same results.
Be concise but descriptive.
Write using passive voice/past tense where applicable.