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4th Grade Nature of Science Review
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Observations and facts gained from experiments are ___________
evidence
hypotheses
predictions
inferences
2
In a fair test, how many variables can change?
as many as you want
just 2
at least 3
only 1
3
The one thing that you intentionally change in an experiment is called a(n)
controlled variable
hypothesis
independent variable
dependent variable
4
A statement that predicts the outcome of the experiment.
hypothesis
inference
evidence
conclusion
5
A horizontal line on a velocity/time graph shows ________ acceleration.
zero
positive
negative
changing
6
Metric to metric conversion order
kilo, hecto, deka, base unit, deci, centi, milli
milli, hecto, deka, base unit, deci, centi, kilo
kilo, milli, hecto, base unit, centi, deka, deci
kilo, hecto, deci, base unit, deka, centi, milli
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This science tool is called a:
macroscope
microscope
telescope
magnifying lens
8
A set of step by step instructions in science is called a:
procedure
recipe
inference
hypothesis
9
What safety measure should always be taken when dealing with an unknown liquid?
Mix it immediately with other liquids
Use only a small amount of liquid at a time
Never taste or smell the liquid in the bottle
Place the container of liquid on a high shelf
10
Which is an example of a two-dimensional model?
a floor plan
a globe
a model car
a diorama
11
Which of these is not a measurement tool?
thermometer
meter stick
balance
hand lens
12
Define Volume
Measurement of how much matter is inside a object
Mass or Measurement
Amount of space a object takes up
Greatest Common Factor
13
What should you do first before beginning an activity in science class?
Put on your safety googles right away.
Carefully handle everything at your science station.
Put on your lab coat
Listen to the teacher's directions before doing anything.
14
A/An_________ is an object or device used to perform a task.
procedure
investigation
evidence
tool
15
Which is a three dimensional (3D) model?
a bar graph
a map
a globe
a diagram
16
Which is an accurate observation of the picture below?
The ball in liquid Y has sunk
The ball in liquid Y is heavier than liquid Z
The ball in liquid Z will float in liquid Y
17
The density formula is
Mass/Volume
Mass/Weight
Volume/Mass
Weight/Volume
18
After looking at the pie chart we can say that we should eat...
.... more fats in winter
... a bit of everything
... more protein and carbohydrates
... more carbohydrates and vegetables and fruits and less fats.
19
What is a hypothesis?
an observation
a possible answer to a question
a problem to be solved
an accurate measurement
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What do you call all the variables that you keep the same?
contrasting variable
independent variables
controlled variables
dependent variables
21
What is the independent variable in this line graph?
Month
Average number of tornadoes
22
This is the process of asking questions and searching for answers.
safety
inquiry
hypothesis
tools
23
Is the statement about the beaker below an observation or an inference?
observation
Inference (conclusion)
24
Why do scientists need to keep detailed and accurate records?
To show their hypothesis was correct.
In order to be safe.
So other scientists can repeat their experiments.
To keep their discoveries a secret.
25
Which statement about the beaker is an observation?
There is 600 mL of liquid in a beaker.
This is water with red food coloring.
The water is red.
The a beaker holds red liquid.
26
Scientific knowledge is based on:
guesses
predictions
opinions
evidence
27
Something that you measure in an experiment is called a(n)
hypothesis.
dependent variable
independent variable.
controlled variable.
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An organized set of steps that scientists follow in order to answer a question is called the:
scientific method
hypothesis
scientific analysis
scientific way
29
What's the difference between a scientific theory and a scientific law?
Theory is an explanation, law is an expectation
Theory is an expectation, law is an explanation
30
Pie graphs Add to
90%
50%
300%
100%
31
The fundamental units of the International System are called?
Base units
Isaac.Young
SI units
Derived units
32
What is the independent variable?
Fort Collins
Not enough info
Month
Temperature
33
What is the dependent variable?
Not enough info
Temperature
Fort Collins
Month
34
Formula for converting Celsius to Fahrenheit.
°C=°F-32 x 5/9
°F=°C x 9/6 + 32
°C=(°F-32) x 5/9
°F=°C x 9/5 + 32
35
Look at the graph. How many more students like pumpkin pie than turkey?
6
10
4
14
36
Which would not be a good resource for finding out about a type of rock?
an encyclopedia
a science book
a math book
the Internet
37
The formula for converting Fahrenheit to Celsius is
(degrees in Fahrenheit - 32) ¸ x 5 / 9
(degrees in Fahrenheit x 32) - 9 / 5
(degrees in Fahrenheit ¸ 4) - 10
0 - 32
38
In this pie graph, which 2 breakfasts are equally popular?
hash brown and bagel
toast and cereal
pancake and toast
egg and bagel
39
The one variable that you change in an experiment to see its effect is called the:
dependent variable
inference variable
controlled variable
independent variable
40
Two scientists get different results for the same experiment. What should they do?
use the result from the first experiment only
Say that both results are correct.
Use the results from the older scientist.
Go over the procedures to see why the results were different
41
What does a bar graph do?
I give up
circle graph
Tells about the topic with measurement
Talks about the topic
42
What is Scientific Law?
A rule of nature that sums up observations to describe a pattern in nature
A logical explanation of a phenomenon based on many observations.
Logical explanation based on data
A law that someone famous came up with based on data and observations
43
Is the statement about the beaker below an observation or an inference?
Inference (conclusion)
Observation
44
Which tool would you use to look at the moon?
a microscope
a thermometer
a telescope
a hand lens
45
Why do scientists use the SI units for measurement?
they don't
to communicate better with each other
they have to
to make numbers easier to work with
46
Which one of the following is NOT one of the steps of the scientific method?
Make a conclusion
Make an observation
Keep your data secret from other scientists
Ask a question
47
A mutli line graph allows us to compare
the amounts of each total
different groups
different groups' changes over time
the increases and decreases of the lines
48
Independent or Dependent
dependent
independent
49
What is the independent variable?
speed / time
not enough info
Speed
Time
50
What is a scientific theory?
An absolute truth.
A best guess about something.
A well tested explanation for how something works.
The same as a hypothesis
51
Which of the following is not a question a scientist would ask?
What kinds of rocks are on Earth's surface?
What causes earthquakes?
What are books?
How do islands form?
52
A logical conclusion based on your observations is:
an experiment
a variable
an inference
the data / results
