Observations and Inferences Flashcard

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What is a scientific problem?

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A scientific problem is something that is not understood but can be investigated through experimentation or scientific investigation.

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Which of the following is NOT a part of the scientific method?

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Writing a novel is NOT a part of the scientific method.

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What can you infer from hearing a loud crash, a person shouting, and the scent of tomato sauce in a grocery store?

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All of these are inferences.

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What are observations?

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Observations are made using your senses.

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What step of the scientific method involves testing a hypothesis with an experiment?

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Testing the hypothesis with an experiment.

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What is the first step of the scientific method?

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The first step of the scientific method is to ask a question or identify a problem.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis in scientific research?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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Qualitative observations describe characteristics or qualities, while quantitative observations involve measurements and numbers.

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What role do experiments play in the scientific method?

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Experiments are conducted to test hypotheses and gather data.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from observations and prior knowledge.

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