Which answer is incorrect? Collaboration among scientists is important for which reasons?

scientists tend to argue & fail to generate new ideas

the space/size of an object and is affected by mass &density

what should you do if you conclude that your results do not support your hypothesis?

Repeat experiment and revise hypothesis if necessary

Which of the following is true about science?

scientific ideas can evolve with new technology

Which of the following is not true about the Y axis?

the Y axis contains the manipulated variable

to locate the exact location of a city,

the latitude and longitude are required

An object with a density of 2.1 g/cm3 is dropped into G.C.. The object will:

pass through W & X and float at the boundary between X & Y

What is not a significant reason for a control group?

control stays the same throughout the experiment

What can you infer based on the diagram?

Layer D is the most dense while layer A is the least dense

In an experiment, a scientist will do all of the following except:

draw conclusions based on personal beliefs

"Clouds are more beautiful on fall days." This is a poor hypothesis because:

it is untestable because it is an opinion

in 2006, scientists removed Pluto from the list of planets. This is an example of:

scientific ideas evolve and change with new data

A theory differs from a hypothesis in that a theory:

is supported by more data and experiments

What is the control in the experiment?

plant with 0 drops of fertilizer

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1
What are the coordinates of Paris?
50 N, 15 W
15 N, 50 W
50 N, 15 E
15 E, 50 N
2
When Kobe increased the ticket price,he noticed that less tickets were bought. What is the IV?
the amount of tickets sold
the location of the event
the time of the event
the ticket price
3
What is true about the diagram?
Mountain B is steeper
Mountain A is taller
Mountain A is a depression
Mountain A has a lower elevation
4
What is not true about density?
density of water is 2.0 g/mL
density of a substance is characteristic & doesn't change
density affects whether an object floats or sinks
density= m/v
5
Which of the following is nOT a constant in the experiment?
amount of water
amount of fertilizer
type of plant
amount of light
6
After an experiment, what likely occurs?
manipulation of data
formation of a theory
formation of a hypothesis
analysis of data
7
What side of the hill has a steep slope?
north
south
west
east
8
Which answer is incorrect? Collaboration among scientists is important for which reasons?
scientists can learn from one another by sharing ideas
experimental data can be validated through repeated trials
new procedures for problem solving can develop
scientists tend to argue & fail to generate new ideas
9
A student states that at night, dew forms on the grass. What skill is being exhibited?
analyzing data
making a conclusion
making an observation
forming a hypothesis
10
What is true about Longitude?
0 degrees is the longitude line called the Equator
affects the climate of an area
measures the distance North and South of the Equator
creates time zones
11
What is the contour interval?
40 ft
200 ft
100 ft
10 ft
12
Volume is:
the space/size of an object and is affected by mass &density
the state of matter of an object: solid, liquid, gas
the amount of "stuff" that makes up an object
is measured in grams and pounds
13
what should you do if you conclude that your results do not support your hypothesis?
Buy new measurement tools.
Repeat experiment and revise hypothesis if necessary
Forfeit the experiment & begin investigations on a new topic
manipulate the data so it supports your hypothesis
14
Which of the following is true about science?
it is the absolute truth and is unchanging
science is based on philosophical ideas
scientific ideas can evolve with new technology
science is based on morals and ethics
15
What is the density of the 3 g rock?
0.14 g/mL
0.18 g/ml
2 g/mL
0.5 g/mL
16
Which of the following is not true about the Y axis?
the Y axis contains the manipulated variable
the Y axis must have an evenly spaced scale
the Y axis contains the dependent variable
it is vertical
17
Hachure marks on a topo map show all of the following except:
crater
peak
depression
low elevation
18
to locate the exact location of a city,
the latitude and longitude are required
the elevation and altitude are needed
a scientist studies fossil records
a climatic map is studied
19
Science is a way of knowing that is best able to:
debate moral dilemmas
proving previous ideas as false
discuss philosophical ideas
answer questions methodically
20
An object with a density of 2.1 g/cm3 is dropped into G.C.. The object will:
pass through W,X,& Y but not through Z
pass through W and rest above X
sink to the bottom of the container
pass through W & X and float at the boundary between X & Y
21
A city is located at 70 N, 130 W. A city north of it could be found at:
43 S, 20 W
15 N, 45 E
7 S, 150 E
89 N, 130 W
22
What is not a significant reason for a control group?
control stays the same throughout the experiment
does not receive the IV
the control shows how the IV affects the experimental group
it is the "normal" or "before" group used for comparison
23
Which side of the mountain has a gradual slope?
3
1
2
4
24
If it is 8 am in VA, what time is it in New Mexico?
10 am
9 am
6 am
7 am
25
Time zones are the result of:
the Sun's distance from Earth
Earth's rate of rotation
the revolution of Earth
the gravitational pull between the moon and Earth
26
What can you infer based on the diagram?
The different layers are due to different masses
the volume of the liquids is 100 mL
Layer D is the most dense while layer A is the least dense
the 4 layers would all float in water
27
Contour lines on a top map are used to:
connect areas of equal temperature
collect data about the population changes in a city
evaluate the future weather patterns of a city
show the elevation of an area
28
The purpose of a controlled experiment is to:
test a hypothesis
provide extensive resources for the scientists
change common scientific ideas
include subjective ideas into the experiment
29
What is the IV is the experiment?
size of the plant
amount of fertilizer
amount of water
amount of light
30
Which of the following does not measure volume?
pipette
graduated cylinder
barometer
test tube
31
Areas of equal elevation are:
only found below sea level
connected by contour lines
determined manually by walking around Earth
are also called isotherms
32
What direction is the river flowing?
southeast
Northwest
southwest
northeast
33
What are the coordinates of shanghai?
32 N, 118 E
122 N, 32 E
32 N, 122 E
32 N, 124 W
34
This tool is used to find:
volume
mass
weight
height
35
The following feature on a topo map is:
a river
a volcanic crater
an area high elevation
a mountain peak
36
In an experiment, a scientist will do all of the following except:
use a variety of tools
analyze quantitative data
draw conclusions based on personal beliefs
perform reseearch prior to forming a hypothesis
37
Which of the following should occur first in the scientific process?
analysis of data
experimenting
conclusion
proposing an outcome
38
What is the best title for a reading about scientific theories?
Doctor's Code of Ethics
Validity of Repeated Tests
Morality in Science
Laws of Planetary Motion
39
"Clouds are more beautiful on fall days." This is a poor hypothesis because:
it is untestable because it is an opinion
it cannot be observed daily
it lacks quantitative data
it lacks an additional group
40
Which location has a tropical climate?
10 N, 30 E
50 N, 150 W
65 S, 45 E
80 S, 20 W
41
What are the coordinates of New Orleans?
90 N, 30 W
30 N, 90 W
90 E, 30 N
30 N, 90 E
42
Kelly wants to determine if the hours of sunlight in a day affects the temperature. the IV is:
temperature
hours of sunlight
latitude
angle of sun
43
What is the following tool used to find?
temperature
weight
mass
volume
44
Bailey wants to know if the size of the plate affects how much food a person eats. the DV is:
the cost of the food
how much food is eaten
the size of the plate
the type of food
45
Which of the following locations is located south of a city at 50 N, 75 E?
75 N, 90 E
30 N, 30 W
50 N, 170 E
90 N, 180 E
46
in 2006, scientists removed Pluto from the list of planets. This is an example of:
scientists inputting subjectivity into the field
the regression and deterioration of science
scientific ideas evolve and change with new data
how scientific ideas are generally proven false over time
47
What is the volume of the object?
23 mL
1.15 mL
20 mL
3 mL
48
A theory differs from a hypothesis in that a theory:
is discussed in a peer review journal
includes scientific opinions
is supported by more data and experiments
is formed before a hypothesis
49
What is the control in the experiment?
plant with 0 drops of fertilizer
type of light
size of the pot
type of fertilizer
50
What is the contour interval?
50 ft
100 ft
20 ft
10 ft

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