Chapter 4 - Review Homework FA24

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In order for an explanation to be considered scientific, it must be based on ____________.

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evidence

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What is potential energy?

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Stored energy.

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One example of an organic molecule is ____________.

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Protein.

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Use of energy (a type of conversion) will always result in some heat being lost from the system. Heat is _____ quality energy.

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Low.

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Science or Pseudoscience: Changing the data so that it supports my prediction.

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Pseudoscience.

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What is the definition of a scientific theory?

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A well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy of an object in motion.

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What distinguishes a hypothesis from a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-supported explanation.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

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What is an organic molecule?

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A molecule that contains carbon and is found in living organisms.