Biology 1: Unit 1 - Introduction to Biology

In an experiment, holding everything constant except the independent variable is NOT important.

A factor in an experiment that is deliberately changed or manipulated is the ________________________.

What graph is used to show a change over time?

The dependent variable is plotted on the x-axis of a graph.

Which of the following is NOT a base in the metric system?

In the lab, a _____________________ is used to obtain mass.

The best graph to use to plot the growth of bacteria would be a __________ graph.

Weights were put on a paper airplane to see if the plane would fly a longer distance. What is the independent variable?

The decimal is moved to the left when converting smaller metric measurements to larger metric measurements.

4.5 kilometers = _________ mm

The SI base unit for time is the _______________.

The boiling point of water in celsius is ________ degrees.

Long hair must be tied back in the lab.

In the lab, what equipment should be used to measure liquids?

In an experiment, the control group receives __________________.

How many variables are changed in a controlled experiment?

The most appropriate measurement to use to measure the length of a pen is ____________.

Which of the following items are appropriate to wear in the lab?

1 millimeter = ________ meters

A hypothesis is a ____________.

Select the correct order of metric prefixes from smallest to largest

One kilometer = _____________ meters

A logical interpretation based on what scientists know is a/an _____________________.

160.2 mg = ________ g

The amount of milk in a milk jug should be measured in ____________.

A _________ graph is used to show parts of a whole or to compare percentages.

What is the first step in the Scientific Process?

Scientists should publish their work because it can ________________.

All of the following are examples of qualitative data, except __________?

Choose the statement that is an opinion and not an observation.

Grams would be used to measure the height of a desk.

The most appropriate measurement to use to measure the mass of a large binder clip is ____________.

During an experiment, the ___________ variable changes and can be observed and measured.

A scientist suggests plants will grow faster in soil enriched with nitrogen. This is an example of a/an _________?

What International System of Units (SI) is used in Science?

The type of graph that is used to show information collected by counting is a ________ graph.

Quantitative data does NOT include ______________.

A researcher notices that a species of bacteria appears to grow faster at a warmer temperature. This is a/an __________.