1st Semester Science Review

Front

What is the factor being tested by the scientist called?

Back

Independent Variable

Front

How are an element and an atom related?

Back

An element is made up of all the same type of atom.

Front

What type of energy does a stretched rubber band have?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

Why does a tiny piece of sand sink in water?

Back

Sand is more dense than water.

Front

At which point does a roller coaster car have the greatest kinetic energy and the least potential energy?

Back

Point 5.

Front

What is a dependent variable?

Back

The variable that is measured in an experiment.

Front

What is a control group?

Back

The group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment.

Front

What is the definition of density?

Back

Density is mass per unit volume.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy of an object in motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

The stored energy of an object due to its position.