Duplicate of Ch. 1: Biology Basics

Question 1

Our data supports our hypothesis, so we accept it. Should we test it again?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we should make sure.

Question 2

The variable that the scientist controls in an experiment is called...

Accepted Answer

independent variable

Question 3

A guess or explanation about something you observe is called...

Accepted Answer

a hypothesis

Question 4

An group that is neutral and used to compare data to so we can look for possible errors

Accepted Answer

control group

Question 5

Variables that stay the same throughout each part of the experiment are called...

Accepted Answer

constants

Question 6

The variable that gives you data in an experiment is called...

Accepted Answer

dependent variable

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a step in the scientific method?

Accepted Answer

forming a theory

Question 8

We test our hypothesis with...

Accepted Answer

an experiment

Question 9

A well-supported argument that has been tested many times with the same results is called...

Accepted Answer

a theory

Question 10

What is the first step of the scientific method?

Accepted Answer

make an observation

Questions 10