Question

scientific method
13.
identify which step of the
scientific method is described:
frank e. went to the
computer lab in order
gather information about
molecules, temperature,
and reaction rate

Explanation:

The scientific method has steps like observation, research/hypothesis, experimentation, analysis, conclusion. Gathering information (like Frank does on molecules, temperature, reaction rate) is part of the "Research" or "Gathering Background Information" step, which is often part of forming a hypothesis or preparing for experimentation by collecting existing knowledge.

Answer:

The step described is "Research (Gathering Background Information)" (part of the scientific method, where one collects existing data/info related to the topic before formulating hypotheses or experimenting).