Combined Science GCSE
Experimental design and variables
What Experimental design and variables means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Experimental design and variables
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Reference: AQA
Identifying the independent variable and dependent variable in a data set about nervous function, and recognising limitations such as small sample size or uncontrolled variables.
Topics that use Experimental design and variables
- The human nervous system (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Coordination by the central nervous system
- Data handling and graph interpretation
- Evidence-based conclusions
- Motor neurone
- Reaction time and nervous coordination
- Receptors and effectors
- Reflex arc
- Sensory neurone
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