Ecology Fall Final Exam Review 24-25

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What is a constant in an experiment?

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

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What is the purpose of a scatter plot?

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A scatter plot is used to show the relationship between two sets of data, allowing for the visualization of correlations.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The dependent variable, also known as the responding variable, is the variable that is measured in an experiment and is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is the independent variable?

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

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities (e.g., color, texture), while quantitative data involves numerical measurements (e.g., height, weight).

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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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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 a control group?

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A control group is a group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment or intervention, used as a benchmark to measure how the other tested subjects do.

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What is the purpose of replication in experiments?

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Replication ensures that results are consistent and reliable by repeating the experiment under the same conditions.

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What is a line graph used for?

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A line graph is used to display data points over time, showing trends and changes in the data.