Quarter 2 Science 2023 Weather and more

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What is a controlled experiment?

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A controlled experiment is a scientific test where all variables are kept constant except for the one being tested, allowing for a fair comparison.

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What is the importance of having a control group in an experiment?

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A control group allows comparison to a group where no variables are used, helping to determine the effect of the variable being tested.

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What does it mean to have reliable and accurate results in an experiment?

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Reliable results are consistent across multiple trials, while accurate results are close to the true value or expected outcome.

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What factors can affect the climate of a region?

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Factors include elevation, proximity to oceans, vegetation, and geographical location.

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How does temperature affect snow on mountains?

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Temperature determines whether precipitation falls as snow or rain; lower temperatures at high elevations keep snow from melting.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is the role of trials in scientific experiments?

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Trials are repeated tests that help ensure the results are reliable and can be trusted.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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Qualitative observations describe characteristics or qualities, while quantitative observations involve measurements and numbers.

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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 the significance of a hypothesis in an experiment?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between variables, guiding the direction of the experiment.