SOL 4.1 and 5.1 Scientific Investigation

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What is a scientific investigation?

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A scientific investigation is a process used to explore and answer questions about the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis.

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What is mass?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, usually measured in grams or kilograms.

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, typically measured in liters or cubic centimeters.

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What tools can be used to measure length?

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A ruler or a measuring tape can be used to measure length.

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What is an observation in science?

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An observation is the act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful and orderly way.

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What is a hypothesis?

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

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What is the purpose of a control in an experiment?

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A control is used to provide a standard for comparison, helping to isolate the effects of the variable being tested.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A variable is any factor that can change in an experiment, affecting the outcome.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic approach to problem-solving that involves making observations, forming a hypothesis, conducting experiments, and drawing conclusions.