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RC1-Nature of Science Review
RC1-Nature of Science Review
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Two scientists get different results for the same experiment. What should they do?
Use the results from the older scientist.
use the result from the first experiment only
Say that both results are correct.
Go over the procedures to see why the results were different
2
Which of these is not a measurement tool?
triple balance beam
hand lens
meter stick
thermometer
3
This science tool is called a:
macroscope
microscope
telescope
magnifying lens
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Which one of the following is NOT one of the steps of the scientific method?
Make an observation
Keep your data secret from other scientists
Make a conclusion
Ask a question
5
What is induction in science?
Reasoning conclusions from the particular to the general
The production of an electromotive force in a magnetic field
Reasoning conclusions from the general to the particular
Doesn't matter because it's not sport science
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Observations and facts gained from experiments are called ___________
hypotheses
predictions
inferences
evidence
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Which is a three dimensional (3D) model?
a map
a bar graph
a globe
a diagram
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In a fair scientific investigation, how many variables can change?
as many as you want
at least 3
only 1
just 2
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Scientific knowledge is based on:
opinions
evidence
predictions
guesses
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Is the statement about the beaker below an observation or an inference?
Inference
Observation
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What should you do first before beginning an activity in science class?
Listen to the teacher's directions before doing anything.
Put on your lab coat
Carefully handle everything at your science station.
Put on your safety googles right away.
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MR. Cuddeback is a French Model.
True
False
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What do you call all the variables that you keep the same?
controlled variables
dependent variables
contrasting variable
independent variables
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The one variable that you change in an experiment to see its effect is called the:
controlled variable
inference variable
dependent variable
independent variable
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Which would not be a good resource for finding out about a type of rock?
a science book
an encyclopedia
the Internet
a math book
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This is the process of asking questions and searching for answers.
collecting data
inquiry
hypothesis
reporting results
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This tells an attitude or judgement, cannot be proven true or false.
opinion
reproduction
fact
reproducibiity
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Which is an example of a two-dimensional model?
a model car
a floor plan
a globe
a diorama
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Controls are:
A trial where all the variables are held constant
Factors in an experiment that remain the same
Tables of data
It depends on the independent variable. Usually observed with an beakers.
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Why do scientists need to keep detailed and accurate records?
To show their hypothesis was correct.
So other scientists can repeat their experiments.
To keep their discoveries a secret.
In order to be safe.
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Which tool would you use to look at the moon?
a beaker
a telescope
a microscope
a thermometer
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After a hypothesis is confirmed through many experiments it can be developed into a:
Scitific Memories
Scientific equipment
Scientific Theory
Scientific Law
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A set of step by step instructions in science is called a:
procedure
hypothesis
recipe
inference
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A Scientific Law is a rule that describes how something in nature behaves, but:
has the ability to predict the future
Laws were meant to be broken
and explicitly describes why it behaves that way
not necessarily why it behaves that way
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Changing weather patterns can be predicted by:
Pyschics
French Models
Scientific Computer Models
Hurricanes
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Which statement about the beaker is an observation?
The beaker holds red juice.
There is 100 ml of liquid in a beaker.
This is water with red food coloring.
The water is red.
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The variable that is INFLUENCED by the independent variable is called:
Variable Controls
Variable Constants
Independent Variable
Dependent Variable
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A statement that PREDICTS the outcome of the experiment.
conclusion
evidence
hypothesis
inference
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Quantitative and Qualititative measurements are expressed through (put in order):
Numbers and words
Pictures and numbers
Pictures and words
Words and numbers
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A logical conclusion based on your observations is:
an inference
a variable
the data / results
an experiment
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What is deduction science?
it's not used a all
Reasoning conclusions from the particular to the general
Reasoning conclusions from the general to the particular
because it can be
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Name this tool
thermometer
thermostat
hygrometer
heat sensor
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A previous experiment to develop your own expermental plans is something you would:
Ignore because it is wrong
Alter to make it your own
Collect biased data
Eliminate as an experiment
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This tells what actually happened and can be proven true or false.
inference
lie
opinion
fact
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Is the statement about the beaker below an observation or an inference?
observation
Inference
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A logical explanation of an observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience is called a(n):
observation
inference
conclusion
view
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A/An_________ is an object or device used to perform a task.
investigation
procedure
tool
evidence
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The third step in the Scientific Method is:
Share Results
Formulate a Hypothesis
Ask a Question
Analyze Results
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What is a hypothesis?
a possible answer to a question that would create further investigation
an accurate measurement of time and space
an observation of a French Model
a problem to be solved that does not create further questions
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The first step to the Scientific Method is:
Formulate a Hypothesis
Report your findings
Ask a question
Observe
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Something that you measure in an experiment is called a(n)
independent variable.
controlled variable.
hypothesis.
dependent variable
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A trial where all the variables are held constant and used as the standard of comparison in an experiement is called:
Dependent Variable
Hypothesis
Constant
Control
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When all the variables in an experiment remain the same they are called:
Constants
Controls
Dependent Variables
Galaxies
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Independent Variables are:
a trial where all the variables are held constant
factors in an experiment that remain the same
A step-by-step list of how to carry out an experiment
the variable that is changed on purpose in an experiment by the scientist
45
What safety measure should always be taken when dealing with an unknown liquid?
Never taste or smell the liquid in the bottle
Place the container of liquid on a high shelf
Use only a small amount of liquid at a time
Mix it immediately with other liquids
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Something you are curious about is somethat that you will:
Observe
Repeat
Ignore
Alter
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The variable that you CHANGE in an experiment on purpose is called:
Control
Constant
Independent Variable
Dependent Variable
48
A METER stick is about how much longer than a YARD STICK?
It is shorter than a yard stick
About a yard
About 4 inches
About 100 centimeters
49
The three branches of Science are:
Earth & Space, Life, Parenting
Emotional, Physical, Life
Physical, Mental, Emotional
Life, Physical, Earth & Space
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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
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The one thing that you intentionally change in an experiment is called a(n)
dependent variable
independent variable
controlled variable
hypothesis
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A step-by-step list of how to carry out an experiment is called:
Analysis
Control
Data
Procedure
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The second step to the Scientific Method is:
Analyze results
Test your Hypothesis
Ask a question
Observe
54
Which of the following is not a question a scientist would ask?
How do islands form?
What causes earthquakes?
What are books?
What kinds of rocks are on Earth's surface?
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Which is an accurate observation of the picture below?
The ball in liquid Z will float in liquid Y
The ball in liquid Y is heavier than liquid Z
The ball in liquid Y has is more dense than liquid Y