HW1: SSA Nature of Science

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What is empirical evidence?

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Evidence based on observations and experiments.

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How can a hypothesis lead to further investigations?

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By generating new questions and experiments.

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Which of the following is an example of a scientific law?

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Gravity attracts any 2 objects with mass.

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What is the significance of a scientific model?

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To simplify and explain complex systems.

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What best describes an independent variable in a scientific experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled by the scientist.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is a scientific theory?

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A well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world.

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

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To provide a baseline for comparison with the experimental group.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting previous knowledge.