Measurement and Inquiry

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Base unit for measuring mass

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gram

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"There is a lot of food on that table" is a quantitative observation.

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false

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What is the final step of the scientific method?

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draw a conclusion

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Convert: 3.12 mm =_____ m

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0.00312 m

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Which variable is counted or measured in a controlled experiment?

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dependent variable

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What is the base unit for measuring length in the metric system?

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meter

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Define qualitative observation.

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An observation that describes qualities or characteristics, not measured numerically.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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

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To provide a standard for comparison against the experimental group.

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What does the term 'independent variable' refer to?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment.