Scientific Method Crash Course Flashcard

Scientific Method Crash Course Flashcard

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Science

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a hypothesis?

Back

A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon that can be tested through experimentation or observation.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of peer review in the scientific method?

Back

Peer review plays a critical role in the scientific method by ensuring the quality and validity of research through evaluation by other experts in the field before it is published or accepted for funding.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of the scientific method?

Back

The purpose of the scientific method is to systematically investigate, experiment, and analyze phenomena in order to understand and explain the natural world.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between correlation and causation?

Back

Correlation is a relationship between two variables, while causation implies that one variable causes the other.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the limitations of the scientific method?

Back

The limitations of the scientific method include its reliance on empirical evidence, potential for bias, and inability to address certain types of questions such as ethical or moral issues.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is empirical evidence?

Back

Empirical evidence is information acquired by observation or experimentation that is used to validate or refute a hypothesis.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an experiment?

Back

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

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