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Scientist

Scientists ask questions and run experiments to learn how the world works. They observe, test ideas, record results and share discoveries. There are biologists, chemists, physicists and more.

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The scientific method begins with a question.

All about Scientist

Scientists ask questions and test ideas to understand how the world works. They observe, design experiments, record results and check whether their findings can be repeated. Scientists share discoveries through papers, presentations and talks.

There are many kinds of scientists. Biologists study living things, chemists study substances and reactions, physicists study matter and energy and geologists study the Earth. Scientists need curiosity, careful thinking and a willingness to learn from failed experiments.

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Real-life uses of Scientist

  • Testing a new medicine in a laboratory
  • Studying climate change using satellite data
  • Designing experiments for a school science fair

Frequently asked questions about Scientist

What is the scientific method?

A process of asking a question, forming a hypothesis, testing it with experiments, analysing results and drawing conclusions.

Do scientists work in laboratories all the time?

Not always. Some work in the field, at sea, in offices, in museums or in classrooms.

What subjects should I study to become a scientist?

Maths, science, English and computing are all useful, and it helps to enjoy questioning and experimenting.