Physics S1 Final Review 1

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What is the conversion of 6.5 meters to centimeters?

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650 cm

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True or False: Measurements in physics can provide evidence for a hypothesis.

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True

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A car accelerates at 2 m/s² from rest. How long to reach 50 m/s?

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25 s

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What is NOT true about scientific notation?

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No zeros are ever used in the coefficient.

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What is inferring in scientific terms?

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An observation and explanation that occurs after a phenomenon.

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Define acceleration in physics.

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Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity per unit time.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time

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What is the significance of significant figures in measurements?

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They indicate the precision of a measurement.

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What does the term 'hypothesis' mean in scientific research?

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A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, to be tested.

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What is the difference between a theory and a law in science?

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A theory explains why phenomena occur; a law describes what happens.