Biology 1 SOL Review (Part 1)

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What is a dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which changes in response to the independent variable.

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What is a scientific journal article?

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A scientific journal article is a written work that reports original research findings and is typically peer-reviewed by experts in the field before publication.

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What does it mean for a scientific article to be peer-reviewed?

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Peer review is the process by which other experts in the field evaluate a research article for quality, validity, and significance before it is published.

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What is a theory in scientific terms?

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A theory is a well-supported explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence and has been tested multiple times.

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What is an independent variable?

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The independent variable is the factor that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

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What is a constant in an experiment?

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A constant is a factor that remains unchanged throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is a control in an experiment?

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A control is a standard for comparison in an experiment, which is not exposed to 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 purpose of a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables in an experiment.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation that can be tested, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation based on a body of evidence.