Matter and Energy - Semester Test

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What is scientific notation?

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A method of expressing numbers as a product of a coefficient and a power of 10, making it easier to handle very large or very small numbers.

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How do you convert a number to scientific notation?

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Move the decimal point in the number until only one non-zero digit remains to its left, then multiply by 10 raised to the number of places the decimal was moved.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured in an experiment; it is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a control variable?

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A variable that is kept constant throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is average speed?

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The total distance traveled divided by the total time taken, usually expressed in units like km/h.

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What is the formula for calculating average speed?

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Average Speed = Total Distance / Total Time.

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What is equivocation in argumentation?

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A logical fallacy that occurs when a word is used with different meanings in an argument, leading to confusion.

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What is a constant variable?

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A variable that does not change during an experiment, ensuring that the test conditions remain the same.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group, helping to isolate the effects of the independent variable.