In which statement does the word theory mean scientific theory?

The atomic theory explains all objects are made up of atoms.

Why is Newton's law of gravitational force called a scientific law?

because it is a rule that describes a pattern in nature

Which of these is true?

A theory can explain multiple hypotheses.

Which sequence of steps is correct in a process of scientific inquiry?

hypothesize, test, analyze, confirm

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In which statement does the word theory mean scientific theory?
Doctor’s prescription for a cold is based on his best theory
The atomic theory explains all objects are made up of atoms.
In theory, the experiment will work as planned.
a theory about why the storm arrived later than predicted
2
Why is Newton's law of gravitational force called a scientific law?
because it is a logical explanation of an observation
because it is a rule that describes a pattern in nature
because it is a statement of what will happen next
because it is an inference based on tested hypotheses
3
Which is not a component of critical thinking?
using what you already know
being skeptical
identifying facts and opinions
assuming something is true
4
Which of these is true?
A valid theory answers all questions.
Good theories are defined before observations are made.
Once they are stated, theories never change.
A theory can explain multiple hypotheses.
5
Controls in an experiment __________.
do not change
sometimes change
always change
are seldom used
6
What is measured in an experiment?
a constant
a control
a dependent variable
an independent variable
7
What is the factor that a scientist manipulates in an experiment?
independent variable
dependent variable
the control group
the experimental group
8
Scientific methods are __________ of scientific problem solving.
step-by-step procedures
hypotheses
guesses
random studies
9
Which sequence of steps is correct in a process of scientific inquiry?
analyze, hypothesize, conclude, infer
infer, analyze, communicate, confirm
observe, conclude, analyze, test
hypothesize, test, analyze, confirm
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You want to find out how much water an aquarium tank can hold which unit would you use?
grams
liters
tonnes
meters

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