Biology Basics

Question 1

Which is an inference?

Accepted Answer

It must be cold

Question 2

A statement based on repeated experimental observation that describes an aspect of the world

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Principle

Question 3

Which variable is the "cause"?

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Independent

Question 4

What is the correct way to format a hypothesis?

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"If IV then DV"

Question 5

A guess about an object or outcome based on your observations

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Inference

Question 6

How are measurable results best represented?

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Graphs

Question 7

Which is not a qualitative observation?

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Two dogs

Question 8

Which of the following is not fact?

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An objective statement

Question 9

Science is based on...

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Experimentation

Question 10

Which variable is recorded on the "Y" axis?

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Dependent

Question 11

Why are trials repeated?

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All of the above

Question 12

Explanations of observed phenomena.

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Theory

Question 13

What two things do you need in order to test your hypothesis in an experiment?

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Materials and Procedures

Question 14

The goal of a scientific investigation is to

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Answer a question

Question 15

What ensures that all aspects of trials are identical, except for the IV?

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Constants

Question 16

Group used for comparison with your experimental groups

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Control Group

Question 17

How close your measurement is to the correct/accepted value (think correct)

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Accurate

Question 18

In your analysis you should state if the hypothesis is right or wrong.

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False

Question 19

How close your measurements are to each other (think consistent or specific)

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Precise

Question 20

What is the first step of the scientific method?

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Ask a question

Question 21

What is an example of a theory?

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Evolution

Questions 21