anneshirleygilbert:Hello Everyone,
I need some help in crafting a comprehensive answer to this question:
\"What is a control set-up in an experiment? and what is its purpose?\"
I've not read anything from Niedino for a long time. Would really appreciate her input.
Sincerely,
Anne
Control set-up in an experiment has the exact same conditions as the experimental setups except for the tested variable( changed variable).
Purpose:
To ensure that any changes/difference in the (variable changed/result of the experiment) is due only to the (changed variable) and not due to other variables/factors.
E.g.
Aim of experiment: To find out if the presence of wind affects the rate of evaporation.
CV: presence of wind
Variable measured: amount of water left in a container at the end of the experiment
Control set-up:
Container left in a location without exposure to wind
Purpose of control set-up:
To ensure that any changes in the amount of water left in the container at the end of the experiment(or \"any difference in the rate of evaporation\") is only due to the presence of wind and not due to other variables.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
KC