Managing variables
A scientific variable is any factor, condition or quantity that can be controlled or changed during a scientific experiment. For example, consider an experiment to determine the rate equation for the hydrolysis reaction between halogenoalkanes and hydroxide ions to produce an alcohol. R—X + OH– → R—OH + X–Possible variables could include the:Scientific experiments attempt to determine whether there is a cause...
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