Nature of Science Review

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What is a testable prediction in science?

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A testable prediction is known as a hypothesis.

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In an experiment, what is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed, which in the given example is the number of plants in the water.

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What does it mean if a question is testable?

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A testable question is one that can be answered through experimentation or observation.

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What skill is demonstrated when a scientist listens to whale sounds?

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The scientist is making observations.

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In qualitative research, what do we primarily rely on?

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In qualitative research, we primarily rely on our senses.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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The control group serves as a baseline to compare the effects of the independent variable.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data is descriptive and involves characteristics that can be observed but not measured, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.