Topic #2: Science! It's everywhere you see! flashcard #FINAL

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable statement or prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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Why is Sandra's claim about fairies not scientific?

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Sandra's claim is not scientific because it is not testable.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a process, a series of steps scientists follow to learn about the world.

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What type of data involves numbers?

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Quantitative data involves numbers.

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What is pseudoscience?

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Pseudoscience refers to beliefs or practices that claim to be scientific but lack empirical evidence and cannot be tested.

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What is qualitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities that cannot be measured with numbers.

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What is the purpose of the scientific method?

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The purpose of the scientific method is to systematically investigate questions and problems to gain knowledge.

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What is an example of a scientific claim?

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An example of a scientific claim is 'Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level.'

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What distinguishes a real scientist from a pseudoscientist?

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A real scientist uses the scientific method and empirical evidence, while a pseudoscientist does not.

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What is an experiment?

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An experiment is a controlled procedure carried out to discover, test, or demonstrate a fact or general truth.