Question

Trey and Randall are conducting an experiment to test the effects of watering plants with deionized water compared to tap water. They take 20 plants of the same size and species, kept in the same area in front of a large window of their classroom, and water half with tap water and half with deionized water. All plants receive the same amount of water daily for three weeks. The plants watered with tap water grew an average of two inches taller. When they were finished, they reported their results in the school newspaper. Would their experimental findings be considered valid scientific research? A) No, because they weren't working with a scientist. B) Yes, because they have all elements of a valid experiment. C) No, because their work has not been reviewed by other scientists. D) No, because they didn't do enough research before their experiment.

Answer 1

C)No, because their work has not been reviewed by other scientists.

Answer 2

Answer:

C) No, because their work has not been reviewed by other scientists.

Explanation:

Although the experiment that Trey and Randall conducted does have a lot of the qualities that are needed in this type of scientific experiment, it would still not be considered valid scientific research. The two are missing an important step that is necessary for the research to be valid. They need to present their work to other scientists, who will then review it as well. This process is called peer-review and is an essential element of legitimate scientific research.